Does anyone have any info or experienced vision that is double and…

Hi Debstar,

Thanks for your question. We are sorry to hear about your husband’s stroke and the impacts from his stroke. It sounds like you are both going through a really difficult time. It is great that you are reaching out for support because there is help available.

GP support

Is your husband back at home? If so, a good starting point for him would be to see his GP. His GP can arrange access to all health-related specialists.

The GP may write a referral to a neuro-ophthalmologist. I am unsure of your location, but a neuro-ophthalmologist can be found in a public hospital outpatient specialist clinic, or in a private practice.

His GP can also make referrals to other allied health professionals. They may help you access a community rehabilitation centre as part of a hospital network which may include:

- A Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist for left sided weakness, coordination, and tremors.

- A Speech Pathologist for speech difficulties

His GP may also make referrals to other medical specialists such as:

- Cardiologist for blood thinning medication

- Neurologist to oversee care post stroke.

Vision Australia

Vision Australia is a great organisation and can support with strategies, aids, and equipment for the home environment. There may be aids such as prism lenses that could help with double vision.

Ph: 1300 84 74 66

Website: https://www.visionaustralia.org/

Carer’s gateway

Whilst supporting your husband, you may also find the Carers gateway helpful for yourself. They offer information and advice and support for carers.

Ph: 1800 422 737

Website: https://www.carergateway.gov.au/

Resources

Here are a few resources that may be useful to you both.

Vision loss after stroke fact sheet

Vision podcast

EnableMe resource page

EnableMe getting good health care page

Do give us a call on StrokeLine 1800 787 653 or email us on strokeline@Strokefoundation.org.au. We are available Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm AEST. One of our friendly allied health professionals would be more than happy to discuss with you further.

With kind regards,

Kath, StrokeLine