My dad had stroke 2 yrs back ,has diabetis &on insulin.He often complains of eye blurs.whats the cure?
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Your dad is at risk for diabetic retinopathy and cataracts-one of these could be resulting in his visual problems. His history of smoking, diabetes and stroke reduce the blood flow throughout his whole body, including his eyes. Retinopathy is a deterioration of the small blood vessels that nourish the retina. He may experience "floaters", spotty or hazzy vision, or a complete loss of vision. It is important for him to control his blood pressure, blood glucose levels and stop smoking.\nI recommend having regular check-ups with the doctor to monitor any progessive visual problems. If he does have diabetic retinopathy, there is a treatment for advanced cases. This is called Argon Laser Photocoagulation. The laser treament destroys leaky blood vessels and reduces the rate of visual loss.
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Hi!  My son was diagnosed almost a year ago with type 1 so I understand how you are feeling.  There is no cure for diabetes.  Yes, God can heal him but all you can do is pray for that and deal with the diabetes until then because it may never happen.  God would not have given you this precious little boy to take care of had you not been able to take care of him the way he deserves to be taken care of.  My heart goes out to you and I pray that God gives you the peace that he has given me to deal with this.  I believe that both of our sons will be better people because of this.  More compassionate and sensitive to others with disabilities.  If there is anything I can help you with or any questions I can answer or if you just need someone who has been there to vent to please email me at randareed1126@yahoo.com.  There is also a message board for parents of children with type 1 on the American Diabetes Association website that has an amazing support system.  Any questions you have someone will have the answer.  There are so many caring parents on their that have felt all the things we have felt and been through it all!  Here is the link to The Place for Parents messageboard http://community.diabetes.org/n/pfx/forum.aspx?nav=messages&webtag=adaparents  \n\nGod bless you and your son.  You will be in my prayers.
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Unfortunately, right now the type of transplant he would need (retinal transplant) isn't an approved process.  There are some trials being done in Kentucky, but to be a part of it you must be almost totally blind.  \n\nYou don't mention how old your husband is, so it's tough to say where he will be at age 73.  I would strongly suggest you join the e mail based support group sponsored by MDSupport.org.  They have a list where you can post questions and get answers from other folks in similar situations.  You can join the list by going to http://www.mdsupport.org/manage.html  \n\nMacular degeneration is difficult and frustrating to deal with, but it's becoming more and more common as people live longer.  Dry MD will not leave you totally blind, although it will impair vision to the point where driving is unsafe, etc.  There is also an increased risk of developing the wet form which is particularly nasty.  There are some really good resources out there.  I hope you take advantage of them.
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no drugs can do this for you . the final answer can be lazik.. which is done by laser but may be result be not perfect but ofcourse better than your recent condition... depend on your age and your visual aquality
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i dont know about melbourne, but you can look up diabetic neuropathy on the internet. also talk with the drs that diagnosed him or the hospital. my neuropathy is very mild and i have trouble gripping things in one of my hands, but no pain. also he should strictly follow his diet regimine and if taking medication definitely do it.  also try the american dibetic organization im not exactly sure what the proper name for it is sorry. try Mayo clinic sites too, in usa
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Glaucoma treatment...\n\nTreatment for glaucoma focuses on preserving eyesight by slowing the damage to the nerve in the back of the eye (optic nerve). Most treatment aims to prevent further damage to the optic nerve by lowering the pressure in the eyes (intraocular pressure, or IOP).\n\nGlaucoma is usually treated with medications such as eyedrops. Laser treatment or surgery is often needed.\n\nNaturopathic Treatments.......\n\nStudies show patients can reduce their eye pressure by five to seven millimeters with an improved diet and supplement program. In general, a diet high in betacarotene, vitamins C and E, and sulfur-bearing amino acids are recommended. Foods containing those nutrients include garlic, onions, beans, spinach, celery, turnips, yellow and orange vegetables, green leafy vegetables, seaweed, apples, oranges and tomatoes. \n\nDaily juicing of vegetables and fruits (preferably organic). Our glaucoma recipe is some combination of the following: celery, carrots, cucumber, radish, turnip, parsley, beets, cabbage, raspberries, plums, apple (not too much fruit). For more information, go to "Click Here". \n\nDrink lots of water - 8-10 glasses of purified water. Avoid carbonated, caffeinated and alcoholic beverages. They can actually dehydrate your eyes. \nManage your stress - meditate, take a walk in nature, practice yoga, visualization techniques or prayer on a daily basis. \n\nExercise daily - do at least 20 minutes of aerobic exercise daily. Walking and swimming are two excellent forms of exercise. \n\nEye exercises can help to bring energy and blood to the eyes, thereby helping to drain away toxins or congestion to the eyes. \n\nAvoid foods to which you are allergic: a study of 113 patients with chronic simple glaucoma showed immediate IOP increases of up to 20 millimeters when they were exposed to foods in to which they were allergic. Manage stress. Take up meditation, yoga, tai chi, or any practice that helps you relax. Some consider glaucoma a stress related condition. \n\nSupplement your diet with a good multivitamin such as One Plus Multivitamin (see website for more information) and/or a good Green Drink (see Paleogreens).
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An endocrinologist. Are you having a particular problem? There are all kinds of doctors that deal with various things that diabetes can create like Retanopothy in your eyes which is a optomologist or renal problems the list can go on for ever. they are all complications of diabetes if blood sugars are not controlled well.
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I've had relief from short sight (along with astigmatism) and tension in my eyes using ayurveda. Its effects were almost instant. Just a few hours. \nMaybe you wanna check it out.
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your brother needs to go to a diabetics support group, where other diabetics talk about their struggles and the illness. I am sure his primary care physician, or the local hospital, can refer him to such a group.\n\nYou can also show him medical literature, describing the long term affects of untreated diabetes, or improper care and diet by diabetics. Some of these effects include blindness, kidney and liver failure, gangrene, and amputation of limbs.\n\nMy father was an alcholic and a diabetic. He died of renal failure, but not after undergoing four amputations, and suffering through daily dialysis. It wasn't pretty. He was one of those diabetics who refused to watch his diet, until it was too late.
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Talk to an optometrist or ophthalmologist.
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He needs to make sure he eats well, such as the Zone by Dr. Berry Sears, this plan balances insulin levels with food. He also needs to be getting a full 8 hours of restful sleep each night. And some good whole food nutrition would greatly help him. My father-in-law has very bad diabetes, but when I found this sleep system, meal plan, nutritionals, and some other items, his life has really changed. If you would like more info. just email me.
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Go to the Eye doctor!
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I find using eyedrops, such as Visine, helps. That, or rinsing your eyes with water.
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Diabetes will only affect your vision if you let your sugar levels run high, as long as they stay regular/low your eyes should stay fine.
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Since your life is shortened when you have diabetes, you should not aim for being a normal diabetic, you should aim to cure your disease, in other words, be normal in blood sugar.  Type 2 can be cured.  My dad did it with the Pritikin diet.  It is drastic, but the disease's consequences are severe.  Allowing it to continue is keeping drug companies and your doctor in pools of money.  Get angry and get cured.  If you're going to drop oranges because they're carbs, make sure you consume a variety of other fruits including tomatoes.  Until your blood sugar drops to normal levels, cut out those starches that are made without fiber like white rice, potatoes, white bread and batter-fried foods.  Who wants to be addicted to drugs for 40 years, and then die (or get crippled) early anyway?
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Glasses, contact lenses or Lasik. You did not cause the eye problem, you were born that way. You cannot make your eyes near or far sighted by reading in the dark, using the computer too much, etc
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Hi MakeEver\n\nHere is a testimonial and an idea on how to heal the issue.\n\nGlaucoma Disappears: I have a friend who had had eight major surgeries. She lived in constant pain, very seldom was she able to go places and her physician had told her their was nothing more they could do. \n\nShe went on Dr. Christopher's Three Day Cleanse and Mucusless Diet. She started on herbs to cleanse the colon,the blood Cayenne, Calc tea, Yucca AR, Herbal Eyebright, etc. In a matter of about three weeks, her pain was gone. She was able to start living again. In about 3 or 4 months her arthritis left her. \n\nShe had had glaucoma for 13 years. Her glaucoma medicine was making her ill, so she went to her eye specialist. He tested her and said there is not even a trace of glaucoma left. There is virtually no cure for glaucoma, how did you do it. Her reply was thru herbs and diet. She was told whatever it is, don't stop it. He took her off her glaucoma medication, and a special pair of glasses. She now tells me her eyes have improved so much that she can now watch TV without glasses, which she never before had done. She started on this program less than a year ago. Her dark brown eyes are now turning green. She has a ways yet to go, but she is really living again. She is a composer and this past holiday season, had a Christmas Album published. \n\n\nBest of health to both of you\n\nCheers