VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System

I've been going here for years after losing private health insurance and was my only option. I've repeatedly been denied pain meds and given ibuprofen, even when they said they'd give me something for pain on many occasions which made recovery and overall comfort extremely challenging. I have no history of substance abuse or anything of that nature so I can only assume that they simply don't listen or are directed to scale back on making the patient comfortable. Also had to pay for my own sleep study because they said my sleep issues steming from PTSD was sleep apnea, which I knew it wasn't and confirmed from the study I paid out of pocket for. They didn't and refused to reimburse me. Only good experiences I've had were for minor things like a skin rash. Its been happening to me for so long that I can't chalk it up to a one off or coincidence. I feel unheard and passed on. I hope others have a better experience than what had been dished out to me in the past years. Good luck!

IDK Been to the ER and the eye clinic Eyes were fine until they gave me these eye drops Apparently they don’t see the issue Google: Severe eye redness is a documented, significant side effect of this specific medication, and it frequently requires immediate evaluation by your eye doctor or ophthalmologist to ensure your eye pressure remains safely controlled.Why This HappensSevere eye redness from 0.2% brimonidine drops is usually triggered by one of three common causes:Delayed Allergic Hypersensitivity: This is a very common reaction to brimonidine that can develop weeks or even many months after you safely start using the drops. It often presents as severe redness, swollen or bumpy tissue inside the eyelids, and sometimes a gritty or crusty sensation.Ocular Hyperemia (Irritation): Up to 30% of patients experience direct eye irritation, burning, or redness as a localized reaction to the active drug or its preservatives.Vasodilation Effects: While lower doses are sometimes used to constrict blood vessels, the stronger 0.2% prescription strength can cause localized vessel changes that manifest as significant redness and inflammation over time.Critical Action StepsContact Your Eye Doctor Immediately: Call the ophthalmologist or optometrist who prescribed this medication. When a delayed allergic reaction occurs, it can cause a sudden loss of control over your intraocular pressure (the fluid pressure inside your eye), which needs to be professionally measured and monitored.Do Not Stop Suddenly Without Advice: While it is important to address the reaction, do not stop your glaucoma medication entirely without consulting your doctor first, unless the redness is accompanied by an acute emergency. Stopping abruptly can cause a dangerous spike in eye pressure. Your doctor will likely switch you to an alternative medication to protect your vision.Check for Emergency Symptoms: Seek immediate emergency medical care if your eye redness is accompanied by any of the following:

Been going for years for ALL my veteran medical needs. The last 6 months I have personally experienced a decline in care, violations of VA policy and the law, in regards to denied treatment and care, to include: Failure to Meet National Access-to-Care Standards Breach of Clinical Ethics and Continuity of Care Abandonment of Patient When the dust settles I am going to make a freedom of information request for veteran suicides between Jan 1, 2026 - July 31, 2026. I predict a massive spike. Good luck folks, the VA would rather you check out