Guest guest Posted March 10, 2008 Report Share Posted March 10, 2008 In addition to the eye area swelling, where his eyes are almost swollen shut, hubby's eyes are sometimes where he looks jaundiced, etc. Though we attributed it mostly to Gleevec, he still continues to have lighter cases while on Dasatinib. At one point, while speaking with our family doctor, he mentioned that leukemia patients were pre-disposed to blindness. This conversation occurred because we asked about hubby taking Viagra, and the doc said absolutely out of the question for hubby. Viagra & Levitra can cause blindness, so add that to the leukemia...well it was just out of the question. Hubby does have to see an opthamologist at least every 6 months. His various docs just wanted him to see a specialist because they were uncomfortable with his eye situation. Then add the various times his eyes weep, etc.....well, other than prescribing eye drops the eye doc didn't have any other suggestions at this time since the chemo will continue daily. Lora **************It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms, and advice on AOL Money & Finance. (http://money.aol.com/tax?NCID=aolprf00030000000001) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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