Mom with mild dementia 92. Won't stop touching eyes. Always blood shot. Says they are itchy but I think just bad habit. Tried drops and cold comprsses. I tell her she will get infections if she keeps it up. She already has severe macular degeneration. Any advice?
I have noticed a lot of patients with macular do tend to have red or bloodshot eyes.(I was an Optician prior to entering that damn phone booth and becoming Super Caregiver for mom). Different factors of the disease can cause redness. And while your mom’s constant touching her eyes most likely is a big factor in the redness, itching may not exactly be the culprit instead it may be the only reason she feels is acceptable when it could be her trying to ‘focus’ or ‘adjust’ her vision. I have observed various actions of patients at various stages of macular, and many of them rubbed touched etc their eyes. You’re doing best with the compresses and also continue to ensure her patties (hands) are as clean as possible using soap and water and nail brush if needed but NOT hand sanitizers- can cause further irritation. Hope this helps and have a great day!
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susan
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but do talk to her optometrist about this.
Good luck to you, I hope you find peace on this journey.
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