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Dr. Kutyb,
I had a follow-up with my opthamologist today. We have now done the fluroesceince angiogram, a 30 degree visual field test and a 10 degree visual filed test. Based on all the results, there seems to be even more confusion with what and why. The fluroesceince angiogram shows (and is supported by the visual field tests) that I have degeneration of the retinal epithelium (?). However, the pattern is unusual - it is not totally central vision as would be expected with AMD, but impacts the periphery of my central vision and some of my peripheral vision - only on the right side and only in my right eye. The impariment has almost a straight vertical line along the central axis.
My left eye was normal in the tests.
I am not sure what is going on, but am hopeful that something can be done to stop and further progression (Dr has pretty much said that I will not recover the vision that has been lost).
Any insights and coping mechanisms would be most appreciated.
I went back to opthamologist today and had a visual field test and a color test. The visual field test showed to distinctive black (blind) spots on my right eye and the beginning of one on my left eye. I then went for a flouriscene (sp) angiography. Waiting on the results from that. Depending on those results, may end up having an MRI.
In looking up symptoms on the internet, I found that I have some of the symptoms (many of which are similar) for a pituitary problem and/or lyme disease. Not sure which I would prefer. All I know is I am getting really tired of this - it makes backing from my drive way and adventure as I live on a busy, 4 lane, urban street.
Thank you for your response Dr. Kutryb.
My opthamologist is a retinal specialist. When I was first diagnosed with CSR several years ago the diagnosis was after a test (not sure about the name) where I had an iodine(?) IV, and then detailed photos were taken of my retina. I think that is what will be next if I still have issues when I go back on the 22nd. So far, it is not any better. In fact it is getting to be a little more bothersome.
If it is CSR, what are the treatment options? I had laser surgery for it several years ago, but was also told it could recur.
I suspect there is more going on than what is easily visible at the slit lamp. An OCT (especially one of the newer machines that can scan out to wider areas) would be very helpful as well as a fluroesceince angiogram. I am a little worried and strongly suspect that your CSR is much worse again. You should see a retinal specialist right away if you are not already.
MJK MD