Below are a series of videos giving experiences of the ESAB family, not only with sight loss and supporting people with sight loss, but also how their lives have been changed with the help of ESAB. Each film will give you an experience, unique to each individual, covering their journey.
I've had nine eye surgeries covering about eight years. Detached retinas, macular hole, cataracs all while living on my own. Your right Jo there is always someone there to care and listen. I had such people. Fortunarely i only ended up with some field vision loss in my right eye. It took time to adjust. I'm grateful for my doctors,family and friends. I realize you made this video five years ago and just now stumbled upon it. Good luck on your journey through life.
I'm much older and I'm retired. I only had 1 detached retina. It was not caught in time but I've managed to keep a positive outlook on my life. I'm quite lucky to have clear visual acuity in my good eye. One troublesome aspect that I struggle with is the loss of confidence I struggle with. And there are situations in which I feel like I'm in the way when I'm around an active scene where people are moving very fast. Fortunately, my grown children are understanding are full of love and they don't patronize me.
I’ve lost vision in my right eye and had a retinal detachment with macular off in my left eye.. Had a vitrectomy in both eyes less than a year ago due to diabetic retinopathy. I am so scared that I won’t be able to get my life back. On top of that, four months ago I had a kidney transplant in which I have to take immunosuppressants. Now my vision is cloudy and I have no idea why 😔
thank you for your tremendous humanity Jo. In New Zealand we say Kia Kaha which is Maori for be brave. ps I suffered a retinal detachment during our first covid lockdown. Interesting to say the least!
Just lost my right eye to anterior ischemic optic neuropathy and I'm trying to figure things out. I still have my left but I'm terrified of losing my left.
Thanks Dan, for your video. I also have optic atrophy, diagnosed around 2002 as well, though no one knows what the cause is. I actually feel more 'blind' when using the cane. Staying independent and keeping in touch with people with a similar disability is very important.
Hi Maya, I have been told that my vision will slowly deteriorate over time but not completely go blind. Yes, it does worry me on occasion but I keep busy and positive. I have about 20% but last year I went to Europe by myself (from Australia) so it isn't all bad. Take care Maya 😎
