Re: Retina Detachment- Some Questions

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Retina Detachment- Some Questions

Knute

19 Jun 2006 20:54

Two weeks ago I had emergency surgery for a detached retina. I had the
"whole enchalada". including vitrectomy, scleral buckle and gas bubble.
My recovery seems to be going well. I see the doctor in one more week
to determine resumption of normal life activities- driving, work, etc.
I am not diabetic. I am very near-sighted and had cataract surgery
w/ocular implants two years ago. What I am attempting to "pin down" is
the increased risk brought about by a high dose treatment of interferon
alfa 2B that I had for melanoma in 2004. I had 960 million units over
20 separate infusions (48 million a day Mon-Fri for 4 weeks).
In the attempt to halt the cancer, have I weakened my internal eye
structure? Is my other eye also likely to follow suit? Do I need to
restrict physical activity in the future?

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