The newest info. Is that the specialist says he is 70% sure that my son has one of two degenerative eye diseases that involve the early break down of the optic nerve. This can only be positively diagnosed by DNA since they are caused by a genetic defect in the DNA. There is still a 30% chance that it is some other degenerative neurological disorder, however the specialist doesn't think that it is since all other neurological function tests have been normal. The only way to find out for sure is more tests.
Unfortunately, my son has decided he doesn't want anymore tests. I'm hoping he just needs a break but for the moment, he is refusing to continue. I've decided to let it go for the next few days to give him some time. If he doesn't change his mind, I'll have to figure out a way to change it for him.
Thanks again to everyone. While I am terribly sad that my son is losing his sight, I am grateful that it looks like he will be otherwise healthy. I need to know for certain what is wrong but I think I need to let him digest the info. I'll update when I know more. |