Optometrist was... not great

ScaleVictory

ScaleVictory

Well-known member
So, I mentioned last week that I was worried my weight loss injection might be messing with my eyes, so I booked an eye exam... Well, it happened, and it was awkward. This optometrist has known my family forever, like since I was a little kid. He's super old, probably pushing 80 or something. Anyway, we chatted about how long it's been, asked about my mom, the usual. He did say I looked good (I've been a bigger girl my whole life. I weighed almost 130 in 4th grade, it was rough). I told him about my vision stuff and how I stopped the injections because I suspected they were the cause. He straight-up said, and I quote, 'Quitting the shot might help your eyes, but everyone else will suffer!' Then he gestured at his stomach and chuckled. It was so out of pocket.

I usually brush this stuff off, I've heard it all before. But it was just so random and honestly weird. The rest of the appointment was normal-ish. He said he could change my prescription, but it might only be temporary (because of my blood sugar), so maybe just get some readers. Then he made another joke about sugar, something about me liking sweets because of my weight, I don't even remember. I went to the front desk and told the receptionist he was kind of rude, and she said he's retiring in January and to just ignore it... She's probably right. I didn't really learn anything. He said other things but I was too busy processing the insults to pay attention. I don't know if this is right for this forum, but I wanted to update you all. I'm also sharing this in the communityRecovery. Hope your weeks are better than mine!
 
This isn't really about eye care. It's about an elderly man who shouldn't be working with people anymore.

Edited to fix a typo
 
Are you dealing with diabetes? He's not entirely wrong about the blood sugar. If you maintain healthy glucose readings it truly affects your eyesight because of how it affect your eye. Elevated glucose causes blood to slow down, and this can cause the eye to change shape. The weight loss drug helping get your blood sugar under control now allows blood to freely circulate, allowing your eye to return to its original shape (good or bad).
 
He behaves like that because women in the past put up with it. He is so disgusting and there's no chance I would ever go back there. I hope his retirement is miserable. What a terrible person.
 
That's horrible! A friend had vision problems, and her eye doctor told her to lose some weight... Turns out she had a huge brain tumor causing her sight loss. So many possibilities. See a different doctor, ASAP.
 
I've been taking Oz for 7 years, and my eye specialist (an eye surgeon and has been my eye doc since 1983, so he has seen my eyes through the years before going on a GLP-1 20 years ago) said my vision improved so much that I may not need glasses anymore.

I'm not the only client he has seen this with, most of his T2D clients have seen this too, but I am his only T1D client that he is aware who is taking a GLP-1.
 
Honestly, if my eye doctor talked to me like that, I'd find someone new.

Eye issues should really be checked by an ophthalmologist. I have a great one... he's an ophthalmologist, with a DO, used to be an optometrist, and has a bunch of PhDs! He always has interesting health info, and I listen. And I don't need to see a separate optometrist for refraction.
 
Please find another optometrist and report this man to the licensing board. Unprofessionalism and bad impulse control in health care workers can signal incompetence (sometimes from age, alcohol, or health issues).

I can't comment on your injection decision or eye health, but he shouldn't be near patients or your decisions.

Get a new eye doctor. Weight loss and blood sugar changes can cause gradual vision changes, different from the rare vision side effects someone mentioned.

You deserve a respectful conversation, an eye assessment, and regular blood sugar checks.
 
I’m really sorry that he treated you like that, today. You never deserved any of that. It all comes down to him being awkward, and unkind. I'm so sad for you!! Think about the more loving people out there, who love you for you!
 
Just saw this warning about semaglutide and vision issues from a UK agency. If you notice any sudden vision changes, get it checked ASAP:
 
Endo_Expert_99 said:
Just saw this warning about semaglutide and vision issues from a UK agency. If you notice any sudden vision changes, get it checked ASAP:
Click to expand...

Thanks for sharing that! The article mentions a risk of non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION). It sounds like if you experience sudden vision loss or worsening vision in one or both eyes, you should seek immediate medical attention.
 
Has anyone had concerns about peptides causing cancer? I came across a discussion where someone mentioned family history and worries about peptide risks. I'd like thoughts on how real these dangers are, or if there is any real evidence that it causes cancer.
 
Bio_Hacker_99 said:
Has anyone had concerns about peptides causing cancer? I came across a discussion where someone mentioned family history and worries about peptide risks. I'd like thoughts on how real these dangers are, or if there is any real evidence that it causes cancer.
Click to expand...

What peptides are you looking into, and what is the goal? And what's your current health status? That info will help with opinions on this.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top