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Bluestreak
Multiple Myeloma Discussion • November 18
Experiencing Light Sensitivity - Anyone Else?
I started having light sensitivy and what was called auras, I called blurred or swirling in my eyes. They would drain and sometimes feel like I had gotten punched in my right eye, but the pain stayed as if the fist was still there. Then I would get a migraine. I explained this to my oncologist, who referred me to a ophthalmologist. He did testing and determined that I had dry eye, and my right cornea was scratched. Mind you, prior to my oncologist referral, I had seen a optometrist and gotten stronger glasses, that didn't help, and I didn't need. I was told to get Systane drops over the counter, and use 3-4 times a day. Things should get better with continued use. He also told me that the chemo given for the stem cell transplant was the culprit. I have had two SCT's. My symptoms did improve, I can wear my reading glasses, and only use the eye drops a couple of times a week now.
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