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@rwinney , I saw this post about dry eye conditions and peripheral neuropathy. I do have both. I also have PMR. My understanding of part of my dry eye problem is a relative deficiency of meibomian glands. (glands on underside of eyelids that secrete oily lubricating substance ) I am also experiencing photopsia in my right eye (shooting stars or flashes of light on peripheral vision) however this seems to be caused by posterior vitreous detachment, a normal process I am told.
I also would like to hear from folks who are experiencing these cluster of eye symptoms. I did also have a temporal artery biopsy shortly after being diagnosed with Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) to rule in/out Giant Cell arteritis. Rachel, I have lots of questions, not many answers. 🙂 David
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Hello David, wow, you've got a lot to deal with and that's a gross understatement! I too have the meibomian gland problem. The docs have said dry eyes can be from old age and/or disease. They said I have both LOL! There have been some great discussions and tips about the subject of eye problems very recently. I'm new to Connect and a pretty slow learner. Someone may have already directed you how to get into that discussion. I think on the main Neuropathy page in the directory, you can select the discussion on eyes? I hope I'm not misleading you. I still struggle with how to get back to the main site! I hope and pray you get some relief and the answers you need. Many blessings, Sunnyflower 🙂
David, I can't believe that I didn't see that you can access the discussions about eyes right from the bottom of Rachel's post to you. I am so uniquely talented that way. Looking for a rock to crawl under.....Take care, Sunnyflower
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@phoenix0509 David, you indeed have a plethora of concerns and problems. What a difficult path you are on. I'm sorry for this. Let's see if others share their common problems with you, or can offer help in any way to you. Thank you for bringing these topics to the conversation. I wish you well.
Rachel