Back to a potential eye operation day again
By Koalemos
@Asylum (47893)
Manchester, England
March 9, 2016 4:18am CST
I was informed by the surgeon who will be operating on my eye that it will be on a Wednesday, mainly due to this being the day that emergencies are catered for. He also told me that he would telephone me once the day arrived.
Last Wednesday I was fairly confident that he would telephone, but it did not happen. Now we are back to Wednesday again, so he may call today or may not. It would be far better to have a definite date rather than wait in limbo like this.
I have mixed emotions about the operation. On one hand it would be good to get it over, especially since it is an essential procedure. On the other hand I am genuinely horrified at the thought of this, which may be quite an ordeal and could have catastrophic results.
Why did I have to be born with eyes?
14 people like this
16 responses
@Morleyhunt (21737)
• Canada
9 Mar 16
I hope this is resolved quickly. The waiting and scheduling would be trying and extremely stressful.
2 people like this
@rosekiss (30380)
• Eugene, Oregon
9 Mar 16
I hope that this time, it goes better for you. What you are going through, I wouldn't wish on anyone. That is awful, and I can certainly undersant your apprehension about having it done. I will pray that it goes well, and that you won't have any complications afterwards.
1 person likes this
@dazzledlady (1618)
• Philippines
9 Mar 16
Oh , I am curious what kind of eye surgery you will have and I must say if it is necessary then it is best to be over it. I also would like to comment why the doctor of yours keeps on postponing the procedure. He wouldnt call because I think he/she forgot to call . And mind you, if the excuse are the emergencies and priorities there will always be emergency everyday. I personally think you should not be waiting this long.
1 person likes this
@Asylum (47893)
• Manchester, England
10 Mar 16
@dazzledlady I would hate to hassle the surgeon if he trying his best to acquire an appointment.
@Asylum (47893)
• Manchester, England
9 Mar 16
It is definitely necessary because at present I cannot see at all through my right eye.
During a cataract operation the sack which holds the lens is cut so that the lens can be removed and an artificial lens is placed there, which requires a gap through which to operate. Unfortunately the sack itself has now contracted and sealed the gap, so light is not passing through. The operation will involve cutting a piece away to recreate a gap.
@dazzledlady (1618)
• Philippines
9 Mar 16
@Asylum Ahh I see, then you need to make a follow up on your schedule so that it can be done. The sense of sight is very important and your doctor must provide a very reasonable excuse to keep on postponing your procedure.
1 person likes this
@Jeanniemaries (8237)
• United States
9 Mar 16
Put it in perspective. A few minutes of being uncomfortable vrs a lifetime left of great vision. That's what I do when I face an elective uncomfortable procedure such as the dentist. It's odd, but when one is in pain we practically leap into the chair to get a tooth fixed, no thought of being uncomfortable. But hopefully the torment will end and you will be notified today.
1 person likes this
@Asylum (47893)
• Manchester, England
9 Mar 16
@Jeanniemaries When I finally acquire an appointment the time will accelerate again and catch up quickly with the rest of the world.
@Jeanniemaries (8237)
• United States
9 Mar 16
@Asylum Wednesday did roll around pretty fast in my world. It's strange how time is relative. I know it dragged for you, but I couldn't believe when I read your post a week had already passed.
1 person likes this
@arthurchappell (45002)
• Preston, England
9 Mar 16
surely if they see it as an emergency they should address it right away - I'd send a formal complaint and tell them how distressing it is for you too
1 person likes this
@BelleStarr (61047)
• United States
10 Mar 16
Well the alternative is pretty dark!! I can imagine this really sucks not have the date set!! Bummer.
1 person likes this
@Asylum (47893)
• Manchester, England
10 Mar 16
@BelleStarr If I hear nothing next Wednesday then I will be tempted to telephone the hospital.
1 person likes this
@BelleStarr (61047)
• United States
10 Mar 16
@Asylum I would be ccalling that doctor to try to get a more definitive date.
1 person likes this
@Marilynda1225 (79769)
• United States
9 Mar 16
Sorry to hear that you are waiting for the phone to ring. Not that you are looking forward to another eye surgery but at least if it's scheduled you'll won't be hanging waiting for the appointment
1 person likes this
@garymarsh6 (23393)
• United Kingdom
12 Mar 16
I am sure all will be fine and you will be pleased with the outcome!
1 person likes this
@garymarsh6 (23393)
• United Kingdom
13 Mar 16
@Asylum I know you are concerned but I hope that all goes well for you.
1 person likes this
@Asylum (47893)
• Manchester, England
13 Mar 16
@garymarsh6 All that I am able to do now is hope.
1 person likes this
@MarshaMusselman (38659)
• Midland, Michigan
9 Mar 16
I'd think they would let you know by early morning, but I've never heard of being on call for an operation in case they can fit you in. I hope everything gets taken care of the correct way and you get all your vision in that eye back.
1 person likes this
@Asylum (47893)
• Manchester, England
9 Mar 16
This was something new to me as well. I would also expect the call to be early, but feel that I need to wait until afternoon before even considering going out.
The call will come to my mobile, but I prefer to be at home so that I can take any required items with me.
1 person likes this
@ElizabethWallace (12074)
• United States
9 Mar 16
Eyes are a good thing, of course. It is also good that modern science can help fix our eyes when something goes wrong. Unforeseen complications, however, are the pit. Good luck. Try not to worry, it does no good at all.
1 person likes this
@Asylum (47893)
• Manchester, England
10 Mar 16
@ElizabethWallace We have all encountered numerous proverbial brick walls during our time.
1 person likes this
@ElizabethWallace (12074)
• United States
10 Mar 16
@Asylum Right. I spent 90 minutes meeting with a new tax preparer today, so I know what you say is true. Sorry. Good luck.
1 person likes this
@allknowing (130064)
• India
9 Mar 16
It is unfortunate that you are put in this mess. Odd that your doctor keeps you hanging like this. 
1 person likes this
