Retinal Damage From Trauma

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Question:
I had cataract surgery 27 years ago and recently got hit in my left eye by machinery resulting in an elongated image—I see a square as a rectangle. The ophthalmologist at a public hospital said that the better solution to surgery was to "live with it" Should I seek a second opinion from private consultants?   

Answer:
It sounds like the trauma may have damaged the retina and I would recommend that you see a retina specialist for evaluation before making your decision to go without treatment.

Answered by: Jeffrey Whitman, MD

Categories: Eye Injuries

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