Utt_Bugglier Posted March 26 Share Posted March 26 Torn retina diagnosed mid-afternoon yesterday. Not detached. Repaired about two hours later, laser surgery. No work, no reading, no computer gaming, or anything else with repeated eye movement for a week. Good thing I have my model trains to run - they’re slow enough. No more sparring with the Klitchko brothers, either - regardless of whether they’re serious about getting back in the ring, or just fooling around. 11 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jakob Knight Posted March 26 Share Posted March 26 Ugh! I am living with some ocular issues myself, but haven't needed that kind of work yet. Rest up, and hope you are fully healed up and back fighting with us soon! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CFagan_1987 Posted March 26 Share Posted March 26 33 minutes ago, Utt_Bugglier said: Torn retina diagnosed mid-afternoon yesterday. Not detached. Repaired about two hours later, laser surgery. No work, no reading, no computer gaming, or anything else with repeated eye movement for a week. Good thing I have my model trains to run - they’re slow enough. No more sparring with the Klitchko brothers, either - regardless of whether they’re serious about getting back in the ring, or just fooling around. Oof ... I'm glad it was just torn and not detached. You are very lucky! Any idea what caused the injury? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admiral_Karasu Posted March 26 Share Posted March 26 Remember to follow the doctor's orders to the letter. Get well soon, mate. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Utt_Bugglier Posted March 26 Author Share Posted March 26 1 hour ago, Admiral_Karasu said: Remember to follow the doctor's orders to the letter. Get well soon, mate. Funny thing, they didn’t provide me a list. I’ve now called twice. 2 hours ago, CFagan_1987 said: Oof ... I'm glad it was just torn and not detached. You are very lucky! Any idea what caused the injury? Not really. I am genetically predisposed to retinal issues. Experienced some vision changes shortly after the turn of the year. My wife had some serious, unexpected cardiac issue arise over Christmas, and I had to give that priority for quite some time. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admiral_Karasu Posted March 26 Share Posted March 26 3 minutes ago, Utt_Bugglier said: Funny thing, they didn’t provide me a list. I’ve now called twice. Not really. I am genetically predisposed to retinal issues. Experienced some vision changes shortly after the turn of the year. My wife had some serious, unexpected cardiac issue arise over Christmas, and I had to give that priority for quite some time. Usually after any eye surgery, anything stressful that raises your blood pressure is a no go. That means no lifting or anything even slightly heavy, for instance. I mean even something like a shopping bag. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I_cant_Swim_ Posted March 26 Share Posted March 26 @Utt_Bugglier Wish you a speedy recovery, mate! Do heed the good advice here, and get back only when it's safe. Audiobooks can be a good way to enjoy time together, BBC plays like the Paul Temple series are relaxing, too, if a tad daft. I believe some of them are on YouTube, now. All the best for your wife as well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CFagan_1987 Posted March 26 Share Posted March 26 58 minutes ago, Utt_Bugglier said: Funny thing, they didn’t provide me a list. I’ve now called twice. Not really. I am genetically predisposed to retinal issues. Experienced some vision changes shortly after the turn of the year. My wife had some serious, unexpected cardiac issue arise over Christmas, and I had to give that priority for quite some time. That's horrible! I hope your wife is doing better now. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfswetpaws Posted March 26 Share Posted March 26 5 hours ago, Utt_Bugglier said: Torn retina diagnosed mid-afternoon yesterday. Not detached. Repaired about two hours later, laser surgery. No work, no reading, no computer gaming, or anything else with repeated eye movement for a week. Good thing I have my model trains to run - they’re slow enough. No more sparring with the Klitchko brothers, either - regardless of whether they’re serious about getting back in the ring, or just fooling around. Get well soon. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaelic_knight Posted March 26 Share Posted March 26 5 hours ago, Utt_Bugglier said: Torn retina diagnosed mid-afternoon yesterday. Not detached. Repaired about two hours later, laser surgery. No work, no reading, no computer gaming, or anything else with repeated eye movement for a week. Good thing I have my model trains to run - they’re slow enough. No more sparring with the Klitchko brothers, either - regardless of whether they’re serious about getting back in the ring, or just fooling around. get well soon mate 🫡 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel_Allan_Clark Posted March 26 Share Posted March 26 Praying for a smooth and robust recovery. Enjoy some rest if you can. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrairiePlayer Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 Get well, @Utt_Bugglier. My brother had the same surgery, and, knock on wood, he seems to have recovered pretty well. Kind of scary just the same, so take it easy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnderTheRadarAgain Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 While away your time listening to all the music you love. You are less likely to be bored out your mind that way. Play all the stuff you haven't listened to for a while. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GandalfTehGray Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 Ugh that sounds awful, that would be a really long week for me as I'd be very tempted to game/read/watch movies. Hope it goes quickly and heals well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArIskandir Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 Wish You a Speedy recovery @Utt_Bugglier, try music! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thornzero Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 Get well soon and best wishes for your family. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Utt_Bugglier Posted March 27 Author Share Posted March 27 Thanks, everyone, for the kind wishes. Frankly, after the dilation drops wore off that night, I was already able to see better than I had for weeks. Reading the forum for a couple of minutes on the cell. Trying to watch anything on a computer monitor tires them out quick. Nap time. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo_Apollo11 Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 Hi all, On 3/26/2024 at 6:22 PM, Utt_Bugglier said: Torn retina diagnosed mid-afternoon yesterday. Not detached. Repaired about two hours later, laser surgery. No work, no reading, no computer gaming, or anything else with repeated eye movement for a week. Good thing I have my model trains to run - they’re slow enough. No more sparring with the Klitchko brothers, either - regardless of whether they’re serious about getting back in the ring, or just fooling around. Best wishes! Leo "Apollo11" 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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