Suzi 💙 Bilateral macular hole

Macular Hole UK patient raising awareness of treatment with ocriplasmin Jetrea & subsequent vision loss.

[Suzi 💙 Bilateral macular hole @suzi_mh]

Treat the PATIENT with the problem. Communicate effectively, ask how much detail they want, SO THEY CAN MAKE INFORMED DECISIONS about their treatment. It’s not YOUR BODY/LIFE. It’s not your agenda #ophthalmology #RCOphth #macularhole @MacularSociety

[Royal College of Ophthalmologists @RCOphth]

At the annual RCOphth Admissions Ceremony today, diplomas were presented to doctors who have successfully passed the prestigious FRCOphth exam.

130 attended the ceremony in person, with 240 in total qualifying.

#RCOphth #Ophthalmology #MedTwitter #RCOphthAdmissionsCeremony21

[Suzi 💙 Bilateral macular hole @suzi_mh]

Is anyone tracking a link between #macularhole in women on #HRT? If not, please start now. The positive effects of treating the symptoms of the #menopause could include a reduction in this vision loss issue. Prevention is the key #Ophthalmology @MacularSociety

[Moorfields Eye Charity @EyeCharity]

Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is the most common cause of vision loss in older people, yet remarkably there are no effective treatments to stop or prevent vision loss. #MacularWeek

Find out about research we're funding into AMD:https://t.co/X33gODqlWK

[Suzi 💙 Bilateral macular hole @suzi_mh]

Just a reminder. #macularhole @MacularSociety

[Suzi 💙 Bilateral macular hole @suzi_mh]

Amsler chart. View with reading glasses if you wear them, each eye in turn & if the central black circle disappears or the lines aren’t straight get a referral to an eye clinic.If it’s nothing, great but if caught early vision loss can be avoided. ⁦⁦@MacularSociety⁩

[Suzi 💙 Bilateral macular hole @suzi_mh]

Raising awareness of macular holes, the symptoms, the diagnosis, the treatment and long term vision outcomes. So important. Thank you @MacularSociety #macularweek

[Macular Society @MacularSociety]

What is a macular hole and how is it treated? Join our first My Macular and Me webinar of the month tonight to hear from professor Tim Jackson from @KingsCollegeLon, who will also talk about the developments in treatment #MacularWeek https://t.co/0ADmD6tfE1

[Tim Spector MD (Prof) @timspector]

Covid-19: Runny nose, headache, and fatigue are commonest symptoms of omicron, early data show https://t.co/fVkloAv3Bf

[Suzi 💙 Bilateral macular hole @suzi_mh]

@MacularSociety I really hope the universities teaching this profession take note. Central vision loss is complicated. Each case is unique. It also causes feelings of grief. Thankfully I trust my surgeon and remain optimistic. Others may not feel so supported. #macularhole

[Suzi 💙 Bilateral macular hole @suzi_mh]

#optometrists please DON’T EVER state central vision has gone forever after a #macularhole and #vitrectomy https://t.co/hyrEjMNKEd don’t know the extent of vision loss over time & it is very distressing to hear.Try and understand the impact of your statement. @MacularSociety

[Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust @Moorfields]

Planning to put on a show for #Bonfire night this Friday? Make sure you and anyone with you stand far enough back from lit fireworks, and wear protective goggles if needed. We don't want anyone suffering from eye injuries. #LoveYourSight

[Sandra Orlando @SandraOrlando11]

>300 people are told every day in the UK alone that they have macular disease. Use this chart to check if you may be one of them! There's no cure so do it regularly as the earlier it's found the better your chances of slowing down the progression #run4eyes https://t.co/Hzg6nRWRFV

[Suzi 💙 Bilateral macular hole @suzi_mh]

Amsler chart. View with reading glasses if you wear them, each eye in turn & if the central black circle disappears or the lines aren’t straight get a referral to an eye clinic.If it’s nothing, great but if caught early vision loss can be avoided. ⁦⁦@MacularSociety⁩

[Suzi 💙 Bilateral macular hole @suzi_mh]

Are the long-term adverse events from #ocriplasmin #jetrea exceeding the risks associated with a vitrectomy? #RetinaSociety2021 #macularhole #Ophthalmology

[Suzi 💙 Bilateral macular hole @suzi_mh]

Posturing required by some vitreo retinal surgeons post vitrectomy. MH closure is expected within 3-5 days.>5 days is there traction from the vitreous or Internal Limiting Membrane preventing closure? #ocriplasmin does not deal with ILM traction. #macularhole #Ophthalmology

[Suzi 💙 Bilateral macular hole @suzi_mh]

⁦Dry AMD hope. Very interesting for the not too distant future. High resolution OCT imaging works both in this context but as a patient it’s an invaluable tool to understanding our own condition.@Moorfields⁩ ⁦@MacularSociety⁩ #macular https://t.co/f3dPBDGON6

[BBC Morning Live @BBCMorningLive]

Missed or delayed eye appointments during the pandemic cost almost 3,000 people their sight.

This Eye Health Week, presenter @sueperkins shares the personal reason she’s urging us all to go for a check-up #MorningLive

[Suzi 💙 Bilateral macular hole @suzi_mh]

Macular disease takes many forms.#macularhole affects central vision & can be hidden unless you cover one eye & lines are distorted or a blob is in the focal point. Get checked if you have these symptoms.#NationalEyeHealthWeek #eyeweek @MacularSociety #ophthalmology #amslerchart

[Suzi 💙 Bilateral macular hole @suzi_mh]

@theJeremyVine @DrSarahJarvis no mention of #macularhole symptoms and the use of an amsler grid to detect vision loss early on your eye feature today. @MacularSociety

[Suzi 💙 Bilateral macular hole @suzi_mh]

Is there any research relating to #macularhole in women on #HRT Can we start asking women if they’ve taken HRT, if they present with a macular hole? #NHS #Ophthalmology #AAO2021 @MacularSociety @RCOphth

[Suzi 💙 Bilateral macular hole @suzi_mh]

Considering the extensive #nhs waiting lists, GP access to high res OCT scanning for patients with vision issues may appropriately prioritise urgent macula appointments. Sharing scan data with #ophthalmologist to make informed appointment decisions. #amd #macularhole

[Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust @Moorfields]

Patients must wear a surgical face mask when attending appointments, including children 11 & over. If you're medically exempt, let us know before you come in so we can identify a way to see you safely. Call 0207 566 2357 to discuss arrangements.