his docter said that the blindness is a result of his blood pressure now is this reversable will he be able to see again ?
2007-03-13 05:54:44 · 14 answers · asked by twizzla 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Diabetes
Speak with his doctor and see what the problem is. Also with an opthamologist.
Asking for diagnoses here is not really a good idea.
2007-03-13 06:05:12 · answer #1 · answered by Chief BaggageSmasher 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-19 22:37:55 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it's due to blood pressure it's not glycoma or retinopathy (caused by high blood sugar) - these aren't reversible but if he lost his sight completely, suddenly, and only in one eye then it doesn't sound like it's diabetes related (though his dr would prob. know better than me!). He really needs to see a specialist - as I'm sure you know your sight is a serious thing to loose. If you're not happy with what his gp has said he should go and see another one - you have always got the right for a second oppinion and you won't be offending the gp or anything like that so don't worry about doing it; another option would be to see a high street optition - they can make specialist referals too. If he can't see it is urgent to get treated as quick as possible if it is reversible, so don't delay! Good luck - hope he gets better xx
2007-03-13 09:54:20 · answer #3 · answered by Cathy :) 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Like many people on here have said, I think you need to get further medical advice. When a patient has both blood pressure and diabetes and are being treated for both conditions, the regime of treatment is delicate and needs to be followed strictly to ensure patient safety. If the doctor has said the blindness is due to the blood pressure then I am assuming he has done tests and sent your dad to the hospital for checks to ascertain the exact nature of the problem. Ask your GP for more information, make an extended appointment so that you have time to discuss both your dad's and your fears and get better informed on his current condition and his prognosis. I hope he is well.
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2016-04-30 21:49:57 · answer #5 · answered by michaele 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
His doctor told you all he knew to tell you. Whether the blindness is reversible or not is unknown, or the doctor would have weighed in on the subject.
I will tell you this--if nothing changes, the chances of a reversal are slim to none.
But what if your dad was willing to try things that are KNOWN to be good for him--what's the worst that could happen? So I'm recommending you and he watch this short diabetes video, and consider it's message. No, it's not selling anything.
http://www.rawfor30days.com/view.html
Best of luck.
2007-03-13 11:42:41 · answer #6 · answered by Dorothy and Toto 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Possibly yes, possibly no. It all depends on what exactly happened inside his eye, and I couldn't tell you without seeing it. Your dad's doctor probably explained what sort of vision your dad can expect. If not, he should go back and ask, or speak to his optometrist.
The most important thing now is that he follows any professional (not yahoo!) medical advice he was given to prevent the same thing happening again or in his other eye.
2007-03-14 07:40:14 · answer #7 · answered by Adelle 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In diabetes, this means that the blood vessels at the back of the eye at the optic nerve have been damaged. Probably unlikely that it can be reversed.
Most important in this case that you determine if this diabetes could effect you (ie hereditary) so that you can be well aware of the indicators and symptoms. You don't want to be caught out.
2007-03-13 06:08:25 · answer #8 · answered by Bill N 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
your dads blindness sounds more like the diabetes, this is not reverseble, but you can get a transplant of his corneas.
otherwise he really needs to control his diabetes, and soon..otherwise this will be the start of a very horrible downward slope.
he needs to stabilize his sugar levels, no sweet things, no alcohol, reduced fat, and excersise, even if its walking round the block....the other thing they can do is give a pancreas transplant...if you are that concerned, book an appt with your dads GP and tell him your concerns, he really needs to get healthy now. good luck and i hope he gets better x
2007-03-13 06:03:11 · answer #9 · answered by babychickpea 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
My eldest brother went blind in both eyes due to diabetes however he now has his sight back.
Changing his diet and exercise restored his sight.
So, there is hope!
Do not give up! Keep praying and keep asking questions to his doctor.
2007-03-13 06:05:37 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋