James Wesley:
Regarding the recent article “How I Survived an Attempted Murder, by A. in Ecuador”, I’m praying that A. has seen a ophthalmologist (not optometrist) about that flash in his eye. Retinas can deteriorate quickly – if they can be fixed it is quite an intensive surgery and recovery – speaking from experience. Consider the prospect of being blind in one eye for the rest of your life, not just while climbing a cliff to safety. It is wise to pay for the doctor visit! – F.W.
JWR:
In A’s article he says he suffers from a flashing in his eye. This could be a bigger problem than he thinks. He could have torn, or detached retina or other nerve damage. If it is a retina problem, get it fixed before it gets worse. Laser surgery is simple, if painful. A scleral buckle or vitrectomy are serious, and expensive, surgeries and will affect eyesight.
I had detached retina several years ago. It was far enough along that laser surgery didn’t help and a scleral buckle was installed. I now have a blind spot in my right eye. Please send an e-mail to A., urging him to see an eye specialist. Best wishes, – Kestrel