I had solar retinopathy in the past. Should I get my eyes checked frequently?
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I had been diagnosed with solar retinopathy. I went for an eye exam and the OCT results came up great. However, I am worried about the prevalence of it popping up when I least expect it. The retina looks fine. Should I take heart in knowing that I am fine or be vigilant and continue to go back and get the exams and OCTs completed? Also, my eyes are crazy dry and I need to use drops. But, that may be from staying up all night researching this consistently.
Hello,
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If the OCT (optical coherence tomography) and retina are fine, then there is no issue as a long-term effect is less likely. Also, an immediate effect is seen and the layers, particularly the photoreceptor layer is affected. In some percentage of patients, I have seen a long-term effect in terms of difficulty in fine vision. For dry eyes, I suggest using eye drops Systane Ultra (Polyethylene Glycol) three to four times a day and also an antioxidant which will help in strengthening of the cells such as tablet Novoret (Lutein and Omega-3 fatty acids) once a day after meals for three months and then stop.
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