Question: I suffered from stroke about 8 years ago and still recovering from symptoms. I was told my optical nerves were damaged in the process and it would take time to heal. I was also told I had suffered some brain haemorrage and would heal over time. Whenever I watch television for about half an hour, my right eye begins to water and the cheek area begins to swell. I begin to feel numbness around the right side of the face in such situations. In very serious situations I feel swelling of feet as well, then I have to lay down and rest. The same happens with viewing the computer screen. I tried some prescriptions in the past, but they only worsened the situation. Is there a remedy for my facial and watery eyes condition? Thank you for your response.

Dear Dr. Dadapeer,

Thank you for your response to my situation. I had to add that I also realized decreased memory recollection. The answers to your questions are as follows:

i) I can close the eye on the affected side completely

ii) There is deviation of the face from time to time especially in times of extreme stress
iii) I am long-sighted (hypermetropia), no cataract, no glaucoma, no contacts, no lenses, I only wear dark shades against bright sunlight.

My previous doctor in Ghana (one Dr. Welbeck) advised that my condition was such that I didn't need to wear contacts but rather to use the prescribed eye drop for life and if not used may result in blindness. When I began using the drops my eyes kept watering and eyelids were almost closing permanently. I had to stop using the drops. My next visit coincided with my travel arrangements to come to the US. I am currently in the US and yet to see a specialist. Thank you for your sustained cooperation in this situation.

Best Regards,

XXXX

Hello Doctor,

Thank you once again. I will let you know after my next doctor's visit.

Regards,

XXXX