In July we found out that Teddy was pretty much blind in his right eye because of cataracts. He had it fixed right before Halloween and for a few short weeks he could see again.
When he went to the doctor to get checked after the surgery, he checked both eyes and everything was fine. He did have a cataract in the other eye, but it hadn’t changed in months.
Ted told the surgeon he wanted it fixed right away considering how fast the other eye deteriorated. The surgeon completely agreed. He said it would have to be corrected eventually and since it wasn’t cosmetic, there’s no issue getting it done before it became a problem.
That appointment was on November 2nd. The only thing was, the ophthalmologist had to approve the surgery, just a formality. Teddy’s doctor was on fully booked and then on vacation, no big deal.
The office called to make an appointment for the day after the doctor returned, November 19th. Good because we knew the surgeon was already booked at the hospital and could get us in soon.
The night I made the appointment, Teddy told me he thought his eye (the other one) was getting bad because he was having trouble seeing. He could hardly read (he can’t see close up with the new lens) and I already knew his nearsightedness was becoming an issue. (I took him in September because he was having trouble, but it wasn’t the cataract.)
I told him he was going to the eye doctor and then we could schedule the next surgery. Then he would be able to see. Little did I know what we were going to find out.
The cataract in the other eye had pretty much quintupled, the new eye couldn’t see as far as they hoped and he basically has no sight in the other eye.
He can see people and objects far away, but he can’t read the board and he can’t read his work. When is he going to catch a break?
Luckily he will only have to wait a couple of weeks for the next surgery. He is scheduled for December 9th. He will finally have sight in both eyes.
When it’s done, he will have to wear glasses. The doctor did tell us that he may never have to change his prescription because his eyes will be surgically corrected.
For now we do all we can at school so he can manage for the next couple of weeks.
I’ll keep you updated!
I am sending you best wishes. I really hope his surgery goes well and he has sight in both his eyes!
I’m so sorry Teddy has to deal with this! At least he knows when his surgery is and that things will be better soon. Positive thoughts sent to all of you! 🙂
That must be stressful for all of you. I hope everything goes well!
Wow that is terrible! He is a brave little man! I hope and pray that everything will turn out great and this will then be only a bad memory.
Oh what an overwhelming trial. I pray that all goes well with his second surgery. I hope he will be able to see soon!
I cannot imagine, I hope the surgery helps significantly. Looks like he is a trooper and happy, that’s because of all the family love! Thanks for an update, I will await the updates as you write them! Thinking of you all!
Wow, I can’t imagine all that you guys are going through. I pray that things go smoothly for him and you all 🙂 Thanks for sharing your news with us
I am so sorry to hear how fast his eye got so bad. I hope after this next surgery he can get back to being able to see and enjoy being a kid.
I am happy you do not have to wait to long to have the next surgery. You must be so tired of all the setbacks. It will be great to have it all behind you.
Oh my gosh what a thing for him to have to go through! I hope the surgery goes smooth with no further set backs for him.
Stay strong! Keep positive and you’ll get through this!
I am glad that you do not have to wait long for the second surgery. I’ll be praying for Teddy. Hope everything goes well.
Sending good thoughts your way! I am sure Teddy will be glad to have this next surgery behind him.
Sending lots of good thoughts your way and hoping for the best! It is great that you do not have to wait too long before the next surgery.
Awww bless him, hope all goes well and the surgery goes smoothly.
I am so sorry he is going through this! I hope his surgery goes well!
This is such a tough thing for a little guy to go through. Good luck Teddy and I hope everything goes well.
I’m so sorry he has to deal with all of this, but he seems like such a brave, courageous boy! I’m wishing your family all the best for the upcoming surgery!
Aww, I hope everything works out for Teddy. He sure does have the prettiest eyes.
Sorry to hear he has to go through this. Praying for all to go well with his surgery and that full vision will be restored.
So sad to hear this. Your poor little guy is being so brave. I honestly hope that the next surgery works and that the gift of sight returns. Prayers and only blessings for you and your family at Thanksgiving.
Hope to hear good news at the next update! That is interesting that he will wear glasses but the rx shouldn’t change.
Oh bless his little heart! I hope his surgery goes well and that his recovery is quick.
Sending positive vibes out to you and your family!!! My friend’s daughter has a similar issue ;-(
Oh my, I can’t imagine what this is like as his mama. I would be a total mess. I pray all goes well.
I’m so sorry to hear about your son. It is really tough to have such challenges in a very young age.
Sending you and Teddy positive vibes! Hopefully everything turns out great and his sight improves <3
I am so very sorry that you’re dealing with all of this! Hope everything goes well!
I am so sorry to hear about your son. Just keep stay strong and positive
Aww poor little guy, I can’t imagine how frustrating it would be to not be able to see. I will pray all goes well with the surgery and hopefully he will be reading in no time with improved eyesight.
I’m sending you all my prayers and positive thoughts. Hopefully, after this next surgery, all will be well at last 🙂
What a tough time for you and your family! He is a little trooper! Wishing you well on December 9th!
oh teddy… you guys will be in my prayers and i really hope things get better fast!
This is a bitter sweet story for now. I am so glad your son told the doctor he wanted it done right away and the doctor agreed. It is awesome it will only be a couple more weeks til the next surgery. Please keep us informed and prayers for a great result from the next surgery for him. 😀
Thanks for sharing – now I feel this is much of a blessing.. hopefully, it all work out on December. We will put you and Teddy to our prayers. 🙂
I’m so sorry he’s going through this. I hope the surgery is a success for him.
Wow! Sending you good vibes for a successful surgery.
I am sending so many prayers that all is well! Im so so sorry to hear he is going through this!
Poor little guy! But I am so glad that there is a solution coming soon and that he will soon be able to see.