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Doublereed Archive - Posting 000081.txt from 2007/06

From: David Lurie <klingsor@-----.com>
Subj: [DR-L] Double image problem after cataract surgery
Date: Sat, 16 Jun 2007 20:21:55 -0400

I know this is off topic, but I have an urgent need to consult with
any doctor who could reply to my concern. I just had a cataract
operation where they removed the natural lens of my left eye, and
replaced it with an artificial lens. After this operation - which BTW
was the easiest surgery I have ever undergone - they gave me a
breathing tube, said "inhale deeply", and the next thing I knew it
was all over) - I recovered very fast and the next day after
removing the opaque patch, I could see very well with the left eye,
although everything was slightly out of focus - which I assume is OK
since eventually I will have to get glasses. I plan to have the other
eye done in about a month.

But the problem that I have is that the image from the left eye is
"lower" than the right one. IOW, a double image, with one on top of
the other, not side by side. I mentioned this to the surgeon whom I
had a consult with the next day, and aside from mentioning something
about muscles, he said to wait until a week goes by when I have
another regular visit with him. I think he just wanted to me out of
his office because he was harassed with what looked like a big mob of
people all demanding his immediate attention.

I don't really understand what's going on here, since I never had
this condition before. So I wonder if anyone can explain it, as well
as describe what if anything can be done to correct it.

Thank you.

David

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