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Routine Eye Exam Saves Life From Brain Tumour
13 Sep
Summary
- Blurred vision and difficulty seeing colors led to a brain tumor diagnosis.
- An optometrist discovered a tumor wrapped around optic nerves during an eye test.
- Surgery restored the woman's sight after an 11-hour craniotomy procedure.
Lynne Jones, a 51-year-old from Reading, experienced a sudden onset of blurred vision and difficulty with light sensitivity at work. Initially attributing these symptoms to needing a stronger lens prescription, she booked an appointment at Specsavers. During the examination, optometrists noted unusual findings with her peripheral vision and color perception, prompting further investigation.
Concerns grew when staff observed that Lynne missed 50% of color in both eyes. She was referred to Royal Berkshire Hospital, where initial tests led doctors to suspect Multiple Sclerosis. However, an MRI scan confirmed the presence of a brain tumor pressing on her optic nerves. This diagnosis came in October of last year, leading to significant shock and fear for Lynne and her husband.
Lynne underwent an 11-hour craniotomy surgery at John Radcliffe Hospital. The procedure successfully removed the benign tumor, which had wrapped around her optic nerves. Following the surgery, her sight was restored, a result she felt uncertain about beforehand. She later returned to the same Specsavers branch, expressing profound gratitude for their diligence in detecting the serious condition.
