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Slowly Going Blind

Ten years ago I was diagnosed with AMD. I take my my eye vitamins daily. Everything went fine until I learned I had cataracts. Sure, they can be removed, however, another problem arose. I developed corneal dystrophy. In order to take care of the problem I would have to have a cornea transplant..with NO guarantee that I would retain my sight. I opted out of the surgery. What's the difference? Go blind naturally or surgically? I'm 74 and still do my beadwork.

  1. Yes, my doctor respected my decision. However, they wanted to do the corneal surgery and the cataracts at the same time. I still have my sight and it seems like the good Lord is guiding my way.

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