I have been going for tests every 6 months for the past couple of years due to signs of retinopathy and maculopathy. I has my last test last weekend and at the time I was told the retinopathy is looking much better.
However today I have got a letter that has put me in a real spin. The main part reads:
"Your test results showed signs of diabetic maculopathy that need to be checked further. We are referring you to the hospital eye service to see a specialist for further tests and to discuss treatment options required."
The logical side of me says that does not necessarily meant I will need treatment at this stage but the the anxiety part of me is panicking. I am making my peace with the prospect of possible treatment (though the idea of the injections is terrifying).
I was just wondering what peoples experience of these are and whilst I appreciate you cant possibly drive straight after the appointment are people (assuming no complications) able to drive a couple of days after. If I cant drive I cant get to work (no public transport where I am, taxi not really an option either).
I am desperately hoping that as I have over the last 3 months improve and dropped my glucose levels rather drastically it is the intial blip that will settle as I maintain good glucose levels.
However today I have got a letter that has put me in a real spin. The main part reads:
"Your test results showed signs of diabetic maculopathy that need to be checked further. We are referring you to the hospital eye service to see a specialist for further tests and to discuss treatment options required."
The logical side of me says that does not necessarily meant I will need treatment at this stage but the the anxiety part of me is panicking. I am making my peace with the prospect of possible treatment (though the idea of the injections is terrifying).
I was just wondering what peoples experience of these are and whilst I appreciate you cant possibly drive straight after the appointment are people (assuming no complications) able to drive a couple of days after. If I cant drive I cant get to work (no public transport where I am, taxi not really an option either).
I am desperately hoping that as I have over the last 3 months improve and dropped my glucose levels rather drastically it is the intial blip that will settle as I maintain good glucose levels.