Friday, July 6, 2007
7/6: Eye problems
So we researched ophthalmologists this morning, thanks to SAE's listings. Tamara shortened her language lesson and we went hunting for one of the doctors at about 10:30am. We didn't find the office, so we went to the second one. He was there, and was in an office with other doctors, which was nice. We explained we didn't have an appointment and asked if they could fit us in. Sure enough, it was only about 15 minutes before we saw the doctor.
The doctor was a very nice guy. His English was quite passable, which helped when we were talking about things like viruses, cornea transplants, and the like. He confirmed that my eye didn't have herpes (a big concern for me- I have herpes in my other eye), and that it was just conjunctivitis. He said it is common here because of the pollution and dry climate (which makes eyes more susceptible to getting a bacteria). He gave us a prescription for Vigamox, told us to come back early next week if it isn't better, and told us it was really contagious (which we knew).
So, hopefully things will clear up. The left side of my face is crusty from all the tearing. Sounds silly, I know.
(The flowers are some that Tamara bought yesterday. The entire bouquet was $6).I have always dreamed of Latin America and I wish I can see most of the countries there.
I have come to Malaysia to do research for a few years and I'll see if we can come to Nicaragua. I might be interested to teach in a university for a few years and learn Spanish and the culture at the same time.
Thank you
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