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Matamata (Auckland), New Zealand

Right I don't know how to describe it really. But 2 months ago I woke up with horrid conjunctivitis. Have been treated twice with two lots of antibiotics. Anti allergy drops, lubricating drops. They are constantly sore and gritty. Also the vision in my weaker eye is getting worse and lazier. Droopy and turned in.
Just getting worried now as its all gone on long enough.

May 28, 2016
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Members shared varied experiences with vision changes, including blurry vision, difficulty focusing, eye dryness and grittiness, and increased... Read more

Members shared varied experiences with vision changes, including blurry vision, difficulty focusing, eye dryness and grittiness, and increased light sensitivity that made daily activities and driving challenging. Several members described practical solutions they found helpful, such as new prescription glasses, yellow-tinted lenses for night driving, specialty Irlen syndrome glasses with multiple tints to reduce light sensitivity, and regular eye exams to monitor conditions like retinal issues or dry eye associated with autoimmune disorders. A recurring theme was the frustration of unexpected vision changes but also relief in finding tools and treatments that brought comfort and improved quality of life.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I habe had visual changes,fuzzyness. Hard to focus.

May 28, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I've had a dramatic reduction in eyesight in recent years, yes.
Two things that I'm aware of related with eyesight and FM. 1. Sjogren's Syndrome characterized by dry eyes is often associated with auto-immune disorders. 2. One of the side effects of Cymbalta is blurred vision. There may also be other meds with similar side effects.

May 29, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I have had vision changes. Especially during a bad flare up, my vision gets blurry and I cannot focus on reading, TV and especially driving.

May 28, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I've worn goggles since I was 16. And I got new bike focaly ones 18mnths ago. And they've been crap for last 6mnths. Constantly cleaning them to find I need to take my eyeballs out n clean them instead. Grrr!!

May 28, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

You won't believe this, but i have been finding it difficult reading certain things. Went on for so long, my son made an appointment for the opticians and took me.
Came out to be told that I now need glasses to wear all the time.
What the hell happened?????? I never wore glasses or had a problem before this, now i'm wearing glasses all the time .TWO NEW PAIRS would you believe. (They do look good though, even if i say so myself)!!!
If you've got it flaunt it!
Joking aside somebody else has been asking about this disease affecting your eyesight

May 28, 2016

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