Dumpster 0 #1 February 22, 2005 My 13 year old son, Esau, is going under the knife a week from Thursday. (March 3rd) He lives with his Mom in Western NY, and will be getting surgery to correct a "lazy eye". We are all hoping it's 100% successful, since he has a keen interest in learning to fly, and to skydive. He'll be at Children's Hospital in Buffalo just for a day. Catch is - If they put him out, there's a 50% chance of success, if he stays awake, it's much better, almost 100%. I don't want to push him to choose staying awake. He does understand the odds are better, though. The young man is naturally a bit nervous, and I'm sure he'll feel the vibes coming his way. I'd like to thank you all in advance - -Lenny Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #2 February 22, 2005 Wow, I hate hospitals and hate surgery even more then that and I can't stand anyone or thing even near my eyes...I feel for you son man. He'll be in my prayers.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mailin 0 #3 February 22, 2005 I had the same surgery at 8 years old. I also went 'under' completely for it. I had been wearing very thick bifocals from age 2 - at age 14 they told me I didn't need glasses anymore Now I just use them for driving long distances (but usually forget I have them ) He'll do ok, its always scary. Sending good thoughts his way! JenArianna Frances Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #4 February 22, 2005 Can you elaborate on what the surgery entails? I had a lazy eye as a child and surgery was never an option so i'm curios about it. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumperconway 0 #5 February 22, 2005 Vibes to your son but keep him awake! Eye surgury isn't painful under meds! Best of luck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingnut 0 #6 February 22, 2005 best of luck to him,i had a biopsy done on my eye wheni was 11, i know for sure that i coud never of stayed away forit.. heck just being in the hospital for my last procedure wasn't fun and i'm over 10 years older than your son.... wishing the best of luck for sucess!!! ______________________________________ "i have no reader's digest version" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dumpster 0 #7 February 22, 2005 I don't have many details at all - I haven't been able to speak with the doc personally and getting info from Mom has been difficult. As I learn more I'll be sure to post. Easy Does It Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #8 February 22, 2005 Quote Now I just use them for driving long distances (but usually forget I have them ) You're lucky you have friends that have glasses you can borrow. I know two people that have had that surgery, and it worked great. BTW, your son can still learn to fly, I have a friend that has a glass eye and he has his license.May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumpinfarmer 0 #9 February 22, 2005 Wish him good luck. If there's anything he needs let me know. I'm not far from Buffalo. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dumpster 0 #10 February 22, 2005 Thanks so much, Dave!! Y'know, I REALLY need to get my but down to Austin again sometime - I haven't been there before they shut Bergstrom AFB down - Easy Does It Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mailin 0 #11 February 22, 2005 Quote You're lucky you have friends that have glasses you can borrow. hehe - yep, my driving needs it huh? ...automatic transmission means no clutch, hide your left foot... JenArianna Frances Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pop 0 #12 February 22, 2005 Vibes to your son.7 ounce wonders, music and dogs that are not into beer Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACMESkydiver 0 #13 February 22, 2005 Prayers for your boy! Wishing him the BEST outcome and a speedy recovery. ~Jaye Do not believe that possibly you can escape the reward of your action. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skylord 1 #14 February 22, 2005 Lenny, In my thoughts and prayers. My sister had similar surgery back in the 60's done younger than Esau. I'm sure you've got the best lined up. I really don't understand the distinction with being awake or not making a 50% difference. I'm a pilot and air traffic controller, and lazy eye runs in my family. I lucked out in that I never had a problem, but as long as it is cleared up he will have no problem learning to fly (there are numerous one-eyed pilots) and as you know there are even blind skydivers. The biggest thing is the physical therapy AFTER the surgery. My sister never did the exercises and ended up having three surgeries that kept shortening the muscle on the weak side. I don't mean to sound over bearing, but you NEED to make him do the eye exercises. That is the key after the surgery. The most recent treatment I heard is that they actually inject botulism into the dominant eye and muscle to kill the muscle tissue on the strong side. Anyway, all my best to young Esau. We're hiring a bunch of air traffic controllers over the next ten years, it is a great career, and we'd love to have him come on board if he loves aviation! Take care, BobBob Marks "-when you leave the airplane its all wrong til it goes right, its a whole different mindset, this is why you have system redundancy." Mattaman Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dzdiva 7 #15 February 22, 2005 Sending lots of<< loving vibes>> his way and a (((big hug))) for his daddy. Let us know how it goes."It's not just a daydream if you choose to make it your life..." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cocheese 0 #16 February 22, 2005 Wishing you guys the best. Had that surgery also (at age 3.) Think i need it again. Ha. Do they have any thing for lazy ass ? I could use that. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pleifer 0 #17 February 22, 2005 Major vibes from Oregon _________________________________________ The Angel of Duh has spoke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VanillaSkyGirl 6 #18 February 22, 2005 Quote I don't have many details at all - I haven't been able to speak with the doc personally and getting info from Mom has been difficult. As I learn more I'll be sure to post. Do whatever it takes to be able to speak to the doctor personally or via PMs or on the phone, at least. If the ex is being difficult, you still need info. from the doctor. After all, it's your son, too. Please know that many of us are all praying and sending good wishes out to you and your son. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrazyIvan 0 #19 February 22, 2005 Positive VIBES and hugs from the Beautiful State Of New Jersey __________________________________________ Blue Skies and May the Force be with you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladyskydiver 0 #20 February 22, 2005 Best wishes to your son, Lenny! Hugs, my friend.Life is short! Break the rules! Forgive quickly! Kiss slowly! Love truly, Laugh uncontrollably. And never regret anything that made you smile. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WrongWay 0 #21 February 22, 2005 Wow, that's a tough decision for a boy to make. Many good thoughts and vibes to him, and please let us know how it goes. Wrong Way D #27371 Mal Manera Rodriguez Cajun Chicken Ø Hellfish #451 The wiser wolf prevails. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #22 February 22, 2005 Just said a prayer for him. It's tough when kids get sick or need some sort of procedure. He'll get through it. Hang in there, Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bouda 0 #23 February 22, 2005 get him in a calm state of mind just like before ya jump get him in a happy place. I wish he the best of luck on which ever he decides to do and i hope to maybe jump with him one day. Look what i made at work today mom!! Put it on the fridge http://www.bouda.moonfruit.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sabr190 0 #24 February 22, 2005 <<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>> "The needs of the many out weigh the needs of the few, or the one" - rehmwa Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conundrum 1 #25 February 22, 2005 I had surgery at 18mos to fix strabismus, which is a 'lazy eye' of sorts. I'm totally fine today. Good vibes to your son and good luck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
