Saturday, October 14, 2017

Seeing Faces...!

As we get older, we tend to hear or see things others sometimes can't. Imagination...? Maybe not.

Here is a story about a slightly older woman (younger than me) that had this happen to her, and was more than happy to discover the cause.

The Faces



University of Kentucky physicians were similarly perplexed by a 67-year-old patient who was experiencing disquieting symptoms. Although she had no history of dementia or mental problems, she had been seeing things hovering around her all the time. Specifically, faces . . . terrifying, disembodied, elongated faces with huge eyes and teeth.

Understandably afraid that she might be losing her mind, the woman was almost relieved to receive a diagnosis of Charles Bonnet syndrome, which occurs in patients with rapidly deteriorating vision. Accustomed to constant input, the brains of patients with this condition simply make up their own input to replace whatever is missing.

The resulting hallucinations are usually more benign, such as flashes of color or small animals. In this woman’s case, the bloodcurdling visions became less frequent once she was diagnosed.

I'm happy for this woman and glad there was a minor explanation for her visions. Getting older certainly isn't for sissies!

Coffee is gonna be outside again

8 comments:

Hermit's Baby Sis said...

I see faces in wood a lot, especially in doors. Ever do that yourself? And of course, clouds.
Big hugs ~

Momlady said...

Once in a while I think I see something passing by the front window when there's nothing there. I like to think it's the spirit of one who lived in this area before me checking to see if everything is all right.

Barney, The Old Fat Man said...

Just touching base to let you know I am still here every day I have wifi. Your blog is a first thing every morning joy for me. Thank you.

HermitJim said...

Hey Sis...
I do see something out of the corner of my eye, kinda off to the side. Just normal, I guess.
Thanks for stopping by today, Sis!


Hey Momlady...
I think that's a good way to look at it. Here in the big city, it would make me uncomfortable.
Thanks for coming by today, my friend!


Hey Barney...
I do appreciate the kind words, Barney. Very pleased to have you checking in.
Thanks for the visit today!

JO said...

I always think I see things scurrying around the floor. But to see such awful things would be horrible. Happy they found out the reason.

I am happy yesterday is over what a fiasco so I am ready to sit with friends and enjoy the morning with a nice cup.

HermitJim said...

Hey Jo...
Sorry you had a bad day. Hope today is better!
Thanks for dropping by today, dear!

Dizzy-Dick said...

The scariest face I see is when I look in the mirror first thing in the morning. . .

HermitJim said...

Hey Dizzy...
I hear ya on that! Same here...
Thanks for the visit today!