I was born with Congenital Glaucoma and lost the sight in one eye at a very early age. Despite this I had managed to have a normal, active and outgoing life.

In 2008 my only/good eye was damaged resulting from a random attack where my cornea was severed. I was  given the devastating diagnosis that I may never see again and was subsequently registered blind. 

Ten months later I was given a corneal transplant and started the road to partially regaining some sight and eventually being able to drive...I was in a really good place!.

3 years later the transplant started to reject.

For the next 12 months it was a constant battle for Mr Reddy, my eye consultant and his team to try and stabilize the rejection. The rejection made seeing things very cloudy with difficulty seeing any detail and determining distance. I could no longer drive again and had to have guided support, in essence I was losing my sight for the second time.

A second corneal transplant was performed in Jan 2014 by Mr Reddy and 16 months later my eye has reacted well with the sight improving all the time. Had it not been for the skill, support and management of the Ophthalmology department at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, I would certainly still be registered blind.

The team; my brother Michael, my son Evan, and David are doing the Nevis challenge. A gruelling 8 hour race, running from Fort William to the Summit of Ben Nevis, then run back, cycle 15 miles, canoe 1.5 miles, then a 10 mile cycle to the finish line. All 4 members must complete the course together so it is a real team effort.

All monies raised will go towards a Specular Microscope for the Ophthalmology Dept at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. This equipment is designed to evaluate the condition of the cornea before and after transplant. Having this technology increases the success of surgery for various corneal conditions and gives people like me a chance to regain a good quality of life...So please anyone who knows me and my journey, or anyone who finds my story worth supporting, please help me and my team reach our target.

Cheers and thanking you in advance for your support.

Simon

You can also donate via SMS by sending Text to 70070 with my Personal Code - JRSR76 and amount next to the code.