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How do you feel about falling?
Aging Well | Last Active: Feb 26 11:30am | Replies (190)Comment receiving replies
I’ve had it for about 30 years. It started as excessive blinking. I l’ve tried botox shots in my eyelids, and just had surgery to lift my eyelids, so I just do what I can and then move on with my life.
I’ve also been taking Functional Fitness classes at my community center. I love them! They make me feel stronger and more in control of my body, and they include balance exercises, which are so important for those of us who fear falling.
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@jkesparza That's a long time to put up with this anomaly- no wonder you've just started to walk with your eyes closed! I have a cousin who became blind due to Type 1 Diabetes he developed as a child. He had a seeing eye dog for many years, but just uses a cane now. I'm always in awe of how well he gets around. He's had to learn how to adapt. But a condition that comes and goes without warning, yikes! You're doing so well to stay active and take good care of yourself!