Many also feel isolated, with no one who really understands their problems. It is partly for this reason that the BRPS has a Helpline, staffed by people who have lived through similar experiences. The Helpline telephone number is 01280 860363. There are a number of factors which might account for good or bad days, including the ups and downs of general health. Tiredness or emotional stress can have a bearing on your eye's capability.
Some people appear to see better on cloudy or dull days.
When planning a family it is advisable to seek expert genetic counselling. Ask your GP or Eye Hospital for advice. There is no hard and fast answer to this question. Children have varying needs depending on their age and maturity. Although they are often perceptive and sense when there is a problem, they may only be capable of absorbing a little information at a time.