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89 y/o grandma suspected to have "oil" in her blood. currently struggling to stay awake or sit up (and can't open her eyes. is her condition critical?
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Need help!: The details of the case are sparse. Seems like the full picture is what makes her eyes sleepy. As an ophthalmologist, i suggest a follow up with the internal medicine doctor. When he health issues have been stabilized, then her eye opening issue may be addressed.
Answered 11/30/2012
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