I have an eye screening this morning. I have to go to the hospital this morning for an eye...

doodatt · 61-69, M

I hope it went ok

It's not so bad Ruby. I was just like you and it was a breeze. You'll be okay. I'll say a prayer for you. Afterwards, it's not as bad as you think it is. I felt pressure in my eye but it was nothing near what I thought it would be. Very manageable and sunglasses help.

Barny52 · 56-60, M

It’s not bad but take sunglasses for after and get someone to drive you home the sunlight is to bright for hours after, good luck

ScarletWitch · 31-35, F

You have to be super careful because if you have too much sugar and your blood sugar goes up too high you can go blind and I know this cuz I had to help take care of my grandmother when I was little

SW-User

I have diabetic retinopathy and get injections in my eyes every 6 weeks. Don't stress the eye exam or the going blind scare tactic. Of course you want to control sugars as best you can. But the body can stop processing or creating insulin. Even a dilated eye exam is really nothing. Dilated by eye drops. Don't worry yourself into a frenzy.

nevergiveup · M

I had mine at 4.00 yesterday. All clear and good for another year

saragoodtimes · F

ask the doctor if he has drops to reverse the dilation after the exam. my Ophthalmologist used them the last time I was there

DrWatson · 70-79, M

My wife has diabetes and goes for retina exams regularly. Over time, she has gotten somewhat used to the routine.

I hope they find that your eyes are ok!

SW-User

Hopefully, you can keep your eyesight in good condition by decreasing your A1c. You can do this, all you need to do is reduce the sugar and carbs then exercise daily.

anoderod55 · 61-69, M

🙏 Have a good pair of sunglasses to wear after screening . Oh 🌺 Just read the rest . You got them ready . Good luck 🙏 🌹 Everything is so bright after , Be careful heading home 🌷

Fluffybull · F

The eyedrops are really no problem; we have this done routinely in eye tests in the UK. Any effects should wear off quite quickly.

SW-User

I dreaded this too, but it's really not too bad. I can't even put eye drops in without blinking and could never wear contact lenses.

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TheSirfurryanimalWales · 61-69, M

Yeah...you won't be able to stand the light.
Speaking from experience.

4meAndyou · F

The dilation really isn't that bad. After an hour with your sunglasses you will be fine.

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OogieBoogie · F

I hate eye stuff too.

I never know where to look, or if im doing it right😆