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Non arteritic ischemic optic neuropathy
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Hello everyone,
I was diagnosed with NAION one week ago at Mass General Emergency Eye Hospital. My right eye is affected with grey clouding that gives me very little vision. I am seeing a specialist on Tuesday and booked another doctor at the end of April for a second opinion.
I am a 61 year old male Brit that has lived in the US since 1988. I am absolutely terrified with this diagnosis especially because there is no cure or treatment. I am a graphic designer so vision loss is my worst nightmare. I just wanted to connect with other people in the same situation and not feel so alone in this. Sending positive energy to you all,
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Feb 1 of 2024 I lost central vision in my NAION eye in the middle of the afternoon while shoveling a bit of snow. I'm a 68 year old female who cares for a special needs daughter. And, I totally get the fear. I'm in the process of finding out if the swelling has gone down or if I will need an MRI. That in itself scares me. I'm struggling with anxiety, big time. Sweating at night. Can't focus. But, I keep getting up every morning and thanking God for my good eye. We are the lucky ones (note sarcasm) who have no recourse but to deal with this. Those who come behind us will benefit from our tears and fears. Someday, someone will figure this out. Hang in there and know that you aren't alone.