detached retina

[smokey 234]

I had the gel removed, and a gas bubble inserted as emergency surgery to fix 3 retinal tears or detachements on Jan. 8.  The gas bubble was gone, at least as far as I can tell by Jan. 24 or a few days before.  How do I know if the retinal will stay attached?  Also, is it now safe for me to fly?  I have an extremely long flight scheduled for mid April.  Also, it seems as if the vision is correctable to 20/30 with glasses.  Will that get better over time?  Thank you so much for your help in advance.

[kgw1117]

definitely continue to see your dr. to be sure the retina is still attached or if you notice ANY change in your vision call them. i would also follow up regarding flying. i just had my 3rd sury in 4 months for detached retina. hopefully yours was caught before it got fully detached. mine started with a abrupt floater and changes in vision then 50% detachment. i had the gas bubble 1st then a n oil bubble, which i now have. not sure i will get any vision back. dont want to scare you but please dont ignore anything. its your vision

[John C Hagan III, MD, FACS]

You have good questions but they can only be answered by your retina Eye MD that can look into your eyes.

JCH MD