Maculopathy and headaches

[ClaireT27]

Hi, I had a eye screening done in December and got a letter just before Christmas to say I have maculopathy. I rang the specialist and they said i have it mild in my left eye only. I have been worrying but I’ve tried to get my blood sugars under better control. This past week though it feels as though my right eye is achey and I’ve had headaches all the time. My vision doesn’t seem to have changed, it’s just the eye strain and headaches. Are these symptoms of maculopathy and is it likely I’ve got it in my right eye now? Don’t really know too much about it and don’t want to Google too much as not always a good idea.

 

[Antje77]

This past week though it feels as though my right eye is achey and I’ve had headaches all the time. My vision doesn’t seem to have changed, it’s just the eye strain and headaches.

What about calling your (eye) doctor or optician to ask if they think it needs looking at urgently, considering your diabetes and your history of maculopathy?
We really cannot diagnose.

I hope it's just a funny headache, please let us know how you are!

 

[Dark Horse]

One of the reasons we are screened for maculopathy is that, in the early stages, there are no symptoms (such as pain) which would prompt medical attention. It seems far more likely that your pain is due to other reasons such as the need for up to date glasses or a sinus infection. The best plan would to make an appointment with your optometrist and explain the problem. They will be able to do a thorough examination and, if the problem is related to your eyes, they will be able to refer you to the eye clinic or prescribe you new lenses, as appropriate.

 

[Member496333]

Macular oedema can cause headaches due to disturbance in binocular vision brought about by geometric irregularities in each eye. You can quickly and conveniently do a makeshift test for this by searching the web for Amsler Grid images. Look at the centre of the grid separately with each eye. If you see any geometric distortion or pin cushion effects then this would indicate fluid under the macular and would be cause for concern. However unlikely, it’s an easy home test and worth doing.