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I just got diagnosed with "mild" Fuchs, no symptoms -just what the Dr. saw in my exam. What is anyone doing to keep eyes otherwise healthy? I am 52. The young Dr. said I would need a corneal transplant around age 85 based on the mild finding. Not sure if he was just trying to be encouraging. Thought I would take the best possible care of my eyes now. Anyone have a regimen? I have been using the 2% saline drops and have seen oral supplements touting eye health.
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@tia50 I was diagnosed with Fuchs Dystrophy after cataract surgery. Interesting that prior to cataract surgery it was not seen on exam. The ophthalmologist recommended Muro 128 sodium chloride hypertonicity drops or ointment. I wasn’t able to tolerate the drops- the preservative burns too much, but I’ve been using the ointment 1-2 x daily. At my last exam he said my corneas looked good, no swelling. The medicine is over the counter so insurance doesn’t cover it. I’m 73.