So, If I get a referral from, say, an optometrist, regarding a rapidly degenerating eye condition, does this go directly to the Eye department of the hospital (smallish regional) or does it go to some sort of filtering system at the hospital first, before it gets to the eye department?
I was advised about 3 years ago that I had the beginnings of macular degeneration. Have just noticed some new wobbles on viewing the test chart and saw the optometrist today. It needs further testing at the hospital eye clinic but she said I have dry in the left eye and wet in the right. I’ll need injections. Not needle phobic but this is freaking me out and I’d like to be prepared for the first time getting the injection. Could someone please run me through the process and tell me about pain levels. The ophthalmologist was a bit dismissive about my concerns and reassured me that it would “be ok.”
I need to educate myself about this condition but this initial info will hopefully help me to prepare. Thanks.
Edit: Huge thanks to all those who have answered. I’m now feeling much less nervous about the whole experience. Was just reflecting with my husband about how fantastic the internet is in that we can now freely access this type of information. Thank you for sharing.