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LuxembearsHi everyone. I have not been around much because I have been dealing with a very scarey medical condition.
Feb 1st I woke up with blurred vision in my right eye. Being a diabetic was case for even more concern. Blindness is a death sentence for a very visual artist so I have been on pins and needles. I have been seeing a Retinologist for the past four weeks. He belives I have Central Serous Retinopathy or Macular Degeneration. He felt I was too young (almost 42) to have MD but...we had to wait and watch and have weekly scans. Thsi is not diabetic related at all (phew...but still not good).
Last week my eye was significantly worse and I slipped into quite a deep depression. Some of you are aware of this as I mentioned it in an unrelated thread.
Central Serous Retinopathy is a condition where a blister of fluid collects under the retina distorting vision. This can reverse itself over a period or two to three months. T
Today I had a fourth scan of my retina. The plan was if it was worse then I would have a laser treatment (no gaurentees there), but, if it was the same then we would continue to wait and watch. The blister of fluid has gone down significantly!!! This is supossed to take two to three months to show any signs of improvment. :pray: :pray: :pray: :pray: :pray:
I can only say that thsi is a result of the prayers and good vibes from you and the people in my family......and my husband brought me some Holy water from our church which I have been putting this into my eye. I can hardly believe it. THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart to all who emailed me, PM's me, and just held good thoughts and prayers.
My vision is still distorted but I am on the rigth track to recovery.
I apologize for any and all typos...I can;t see very well with my eyes dialted from the exam.
BLESS YOU ALL! :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:
Flying Fur StudiosOh Judi, I'll be sending every bit of good wishes I have for you!
I just know this will pass, maybe it's just time for you to take a break. It won't be long before you're back at it.
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Wishing you all the very best Judi - I hope that you will soon be over this awful scary incident.
Take care and sending good vibes your way.
Hugs
Carolyn
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Kim-Bee BearsOh Judi, I wasn't aware of any of this. I am glad you are on the road to recovery :hug: :hug: :hug:
Posts: 1,836I've been thinking about you so much Judi!! I'm so happy to hear this wonderful news. Keep doing what you're doing and we'll keep praying and thinking the super positive thoughts for you. :hug: :hug:
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~Chrissi
Country BearsAwwww Judi, I didn't know either, have missed you though.... 
Hope you're feeling 100% real soon, take care :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:
Posts: 2,203I hope you recover soon! Love ya, :hug: :hug:
Hi Judi,
I must've missed that you were having vision problems. I am very familiar with this problem as a good friend of mine suffers from it. I am glad to hear that the fluid has significantly decreased.
Sending prayers and hugs your way for a full recovery.
Hugs,
Storytime BearsJudi, I am so sorry to hear of this, I will keep you in my prayers, it is encouraging that you are having some improvement so quickly, I hope this continues.
Take care
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Jodi
:hug: :hug: :hug: GET WELL SOON!!! I couldn't imagine as an artist losing vision, it is totally understandable that you would get depressed but we are here for you and in our thoughts and prayers, just a message away if you need a shoulder or a :hug: !!! And your new little guy sure is a cutie!
Hugs,
Krista
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Oh my goodness Judi!!! I didn't know! I am so sorry you are having to go through this, but so thankful there is already improvement. I just know in my heart that you will have a complete recovery....and soon! My thoughts and prayers are with you!! :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:
Little Bear GuyJudi, so sorry to hear of all that you have been going through. I had wondered though as you have been very quiet. Sending lots of positive thoughts your way and I'm sure if you just keep doing what your doing things will get better every day.
Big hugs
Shane
Oh my gosh Judi I had no idea!!! I'm so glad to hear the good news.... and good thoughts & prayers your way for continued healing!! :hug:
Past Time BearsJudi, that is sooooo fantastic, my friend!! Will keep sending the good vibes and thoughts your way. :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:
What a relief! I hope the healing trend continues and marks the last you'll see (no pun intended) of this worrisome condition. Thanks for the update, friend. Rest and take care of YOU!
WienJudi, oopsi, I didn´t gather that :redface: ...and I can imagine, how terrible you must have felt! :hug: 
All the best for you and your beautiful eyes!!!!
Gaby
Apple Dumpling DesignsI've been thinking about you. So happy to hear you are on the road to recovery. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers for continued improvement and a full recovery.
Hugs,
Shantell
Ruby Mountain BearsThat's great news that your eye is healing, make sure you continue to rest the eye and take it easy so that it will continue to heal!!! :pray:
Dolls N DreamsThat is wonderful news Judi, I just knew you would be ok!! :hug:
Newcastle, OntarioJudi,
I'm so glad your eyesight is returning to normal, but just try and take it slow and easy. Don't overdo it!!! You really need to take care of yourself.
hugs,
Brenda
Hi Judi
I had no idea you were having problems with your vision but I am so glad to hear that it is getting better and sincerely hope it will clear up totally. This must have been a frightening experience for you and depression is understandable under the circumstances. Will keep you in my thoughts
Hugs
Gail
Judi,
I'm soooo sorry ...didn't know you where having any problems. I do believe you are on your way to recovery, let's hope it is a speedy one. In the meantime, maybe you are suppose to be resting and taking better care of yourself. Everything happens for a reason, we just never know or find out later, what that reason is.
You are in my prayers .....
Hugs,
Wanda
Matilda Huggington-beareOH Judi!!! I had no idea!!!! :hug: :hug: How absolutely scary for you.
The condition I was told is stress related and usually is a male dominated condition.
I was diagnosed when I was 32. I only have one eye I can see from and that was the eye affected.
Major bummer time that.
I was in rehearsals for a shakespeare play and was unable to see my lines. 
I can still hear the director yelling "punctuation Wendy, punctuation" me replying "what punctuation?" well maybe you had to be there. Doesnt sound so funny in the retelling.
The specialist gave me drops and I went into therapy to learn stress control. It took about 3 months before I realised that I didnt need the magnifing sheet to read anymore.
I still wore makeup. I have no idea what I looked like but I was not going anywhere without my lippy.
I am sooo glad that all is looking rosey again for you. Its a hugely worrying condition.
All the best :hug:
Wendy
Delartful BearsOh Judi, what a terrible time for you. This sounds like very encouraging news, and I'm so happy for you. I'm sorry to heara bout your depression (first time I've heard about it) so I hope you are picking up now due to the good news.
Love ya lots!!!!!!!!
Danni
