Post-Op Macular Hole

[JuniperEccles]

I've had a vitrectomy for a macular hole and the good news is that, at the 3-week check-up, the hole has closed (and without my having to lie on my stomach for 7 days - I think they've realised that this isn't necessary !!!).

I still, however, have a black but see-through "bubble" floating about in front of my eye which is infuriating because, without that, I can see well enough to drive. The doctor said it would be gone "within a day or two" but it's now 6 days and it's starting to worry me. Before I ring the hospital, can anyone give me some advice from their real experience rather than the doctor's throaway remark?

[Sqad]

I have no personal experience.

The bubble may last for another 2-3 weeks.

If you have no pain or swelling of the eye, no decrease in vision or flashing lights, then don't worry.

[JuniperEccles]

Thanks, Sqad. If it may take another 3 - 6 weeks to disappear I'm disappointed at that doctor telling me it would be a few days.

[Sqad]

Well perhaps i am a bit OTT, but it may last for another 10 days at least.

[JuniperEccles]

That's better!

[Sqad]

;-)