RE: eye or vision problems

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Hi ,

I have always had problems with my vision. When I was 34 I saw an eye

Specialist.

I encourage everyone to do this if they haven't already. It may prevent

problems down the road.

Take Care and I hope you are having low pain days.

, Oregon

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> I recently have noticed my vision not being what it used to be. Things are

> blurry and I have to squint a lot more. Has anyone had eye problems or

> loss

> of vision?

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You bet ya and here I was thinking it was because I am an old fart now

No really mine change every now and then first on was from a small

stroke when I was on Remicade. Now of late I have noticed more changing

to the point my glasses do not always help like they used to

Hugs all Marty

eye or vision problems

I recently have noticed my vision not being what it used to be. Things

are

blurry and I have to squint a lot more. Has anyone had eye problems or

loss

of vision?

In His Strength,

, WA

www.freewebs.com/faithfights

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In a message dated 6/15/2006 8:28:46 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,

ladyspeed@... writes:

I recently have noticed my vision not being what it used to be. Things are

> blurry and I have to squint a lot more. Has anyone had eye problems or

> loss

> of vision?

Hi Kate,

I've had blurred vision and still do. If you are on steroids, please see an

eye doctor as soon as you can. In my case I developed cataracts in both eyes.

Once I had one removed I was able to see very clearly and the colors were

incredible.

In addition many of the medications we take do cause blurry vision.

Definitely tell your doctor and let us know what he says. There could also be

another

underlying medical cause. Good luck.

Much love,

Terry

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Hey ;

YES....I have noticed a marked decrease of vision in both eyes but mostly in

the right. I suffer inflammation and resultant pressure every day...sometimes

moreso than others. I need to investigate this....I am much afraid of going

blind.....but, I have enough dealing with the hips now.

Funny, but I could cry just writing about the fear of blindness.

Hope and pray your eyes improve.....in-fact, let's please just pray one for

another!

God Bless You , Sister!

In His Name!

Larry

Kate Vasquez wrote:

I recently have noticed my vision not being what it used to be. Things are

blurry and I have to squint a lot more. Has anyone had eye problems or loss

of vision?

In His Strength,

, WA

www.freewebs.com/faithfights

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Cataracts are an established side effect of Prednisone usage. I have

been on Pred for about 6 years, and I have cataracts developing in both

eyes.

Cannon JCannon@... Front Royal, VA, USA

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To everyone about my eyes. I saw the doctor today and I am (out of nowhere)

a little farsighted and have anistagmus. I will use my new glasses, should

be arriving Thursday, as needed and I think it will help. No real concers at

all. I can only think that they are getting weaker along with everything

else that is in or of my body. Take care all! I wish better days and hugs to

all!

In His Strength,

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Cataracts and glaucoma are established side effects of prednisone.

I've had the disease for 18 years and have been on doses up to 80

mgs/day for extended periods of time. I was on prednisone for over 10

years in the beginning of the disease. I'm not on it now, but do get

occasional injections of Kenalog in the hip when my Rheumatologist

thinks I'm flaring. It raises my blood pressure, too. It can cause

diabetes, and many other things, too.

Please everyone, ask questions or be well educated on your

medications. It is so important. It seems like a lot of information,

but it may save your life or someone else's someday!

I've had surgery to remove the cataracts in both eyes and had lens

implants. As for the glaucoma, there is a laser treatment, but it is

only good for about 6 months then it needs to be done again. I see no

point in that, personally, so I just use the drops in my eyes every

night and keep the pressure at a good level.

Hopefully this is helpful to everyone!

In Peace,

Barbara Gardner

Ventura, CA

The nature of mind is like water. The clearer it becomes if

undisturbed.

>

> Cataracts are an established side effect of Prednisone usage. I

have

> been on Pred for about 6 years, and I have cataracts developing in

both

> eyes.

>

> Cannon JCannon@... Front Royal, VA, USA

>

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I did not know about the cataracts and glaucoma from the Prednisone. Thank you

Barbara for that info. I'm on and off the Pred every so often. The highest

amount I've ever been on was 40 mg and I was bouncing off the walls literally.

I had to decrease to 20 in a hurry. You've been very helpful. Take care.

Diane/Dallas