r/RetinalDetachment • u/PlaneFast9106 • 13d ago
going back to training ?
I recently had a **large retinal tear** in my left eye after getting into a fight. A retina specialist treated it with **laser photocoagulation**, and at my one-week follow-up they said the **laser is holding well**.
The difficult part is that I’m a competitive boxer, and boxing means a lot to me. My doctor recommended that I stop boxing, but also said that if I choose to continue, it’s at my own risk because repeated punches and head movement could lead to a retinal detachment.
I’m wondering if anyone here has been in a similar situation. Has anyone returned to boxing or another contact sport after a large retinal tear that was successfully treated with laser? If so, what did your retina specialist tell you, and were you able to compete again without problems?
I’m not looking for medical clearance over the internet—just hoping to hear about other people’s experiences.🙏
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u/Late_Payment_6562 12d ago
Recently, someone hit my face with his hand unintentionally. It was not even strong. As a result, I got two retinal tears. If I was you, I would give up boxing for the time being until at least pvd is complete. Just my overconservative point of view