The headache subsided later this afternoon, so a I spent a little time messing with Twilight. I cut and pasted large chunks to get them in the right order for the timeline. I think one key to slicing large segments of text is to start small. I am pleased to … Continue reading →
TECH, before the surgery, my vision was correctable to 20/15, and my doctor’s goal, although he cannot guarantee it, is to correct my vision with the PRK to my “best correctable vision for me.” In my case, our goal is 20/15. It will be several months, possibly two years before … Continue reading →
I am very pleased to report the eyes improved over the weekend. They registered as 20/40 (right eye) and 20/30 (left eye) this morning when measured. And now that the bandage contact is out of the right eye, it feels very good. Of course, this means I have to return … Continue reading →
The right eye isn’t healed well enough to be released from care at Portsmouth yet. I tried to leave it with them, but they slapped another bandage contact lens on and made me bring it home. (I’m kidding, they were quite gentle.) So, here I am, fuzzy vision and all. … Continue reading →
I’m less blurry today. The fear that I’ve willingly blinded myself for life is beginning to subside. I have moments of clarity that support the plan that I’ll be able to see normally, without corrective lenses. This week hasn’t been much fun. There hasn’t been much I could do. People … Continue reading →
Frustrating day for me. Vision is blurry, doesn’t seem to be improving. Can’t see things close up; can’t see them at a distance. Fortunately, still no pain in the eyes. Mild stinging prevails. Tearing is less than yesterday. I could sit on the couch and see the larger Weather Channel … Continue reading →
Still nothing I’d really call pain. My eyes are tearing like crazy, causing my nose to run. I feel a slight stinging. If this is the worst there is, I have to ask, “What’s the fuss?” My vision is particularly blurry today, but that’s not unexpected either. I believe I … Continue reading →
As far as I can tell, the procedure went very well. My doctor was quite enthused during the procedure. And as laser surgeries go, mine was longer than many–37 seconds on the right eye; 34 seconds on the left eye. Things are still blurry, put I’m not wearing glasses, and … Continue reading →
For some reason, I thought I might come away from this appointment nervous about Monday. Instead, I came away psyched and anxious for the procedure. They spent most of the time discussing the risks of the various procedures but mostly comparing and contrasting PRK and LASIK. Since I’d already done … Continue reading →
Arrived early. Got seen about an hour after my appointment. Once things got moving, everything went very smoothly. My technician and doctor were both great. Professional with a good sense of humor. I don’t remember everything they did, but I came away with a sense that I’d just had a … Continue reading →