I first experienced vision problems back in February 2021. Over the course of the next few months, I consulted several eye professionals, each of whom diagnosed a condition called 'dry eye. However, apparently it was "only" dry eye, and I was sent on my way each time with eye drops to use as often as needed.
As Mr Price explained at my first visit, it is not "only" dry eye. Dry eye causes wide-ranging and very uncomfortable symptoms. It is also emotionally very distressing, struggling to alleviate the symptoms with eye drops whilst not knowing if there will be any long-term damage to one's eyes.
I am deeply relieved to have been under the continuous care of Mr Price for six months now. I have been assiduously following the daily eye care. Mr Price has always emphasised that progress would be slow, and it has been. Until very recently, moments of clear vision have been fleeting and a better day has often been followed by a couple of days where I felt that no lasting progress was being made.
Mr Price has also been very clear that my vision may never return to 100% stability but may, in time, return to manageable and sustainable levels of clarity and comfort. My current experience is bearing this out. Over the last month, I have noticed a very distinct improvement in vision. Whilst still unstable, the periods of clear vision have been more frequent and longer lasting. This perceived improvement was corroborated by the computer readings of tear film break-up time at my most recent clinic visit, which has improved dramatically in both eyes. I am cautiously excited!
I thank Mr Price sincerely for ensuring from the outset that I understood that the treatment of dry eye is no easy or quick fix. Whilst the daily eye care regime is not arduous and can be fitted into every day's schedule, it does nevertheless require commitment, day-in day-out, and the programme of eye care and LLLT treatments must be given time.
Given the improvements I have been experiencing recently, there is no question for me other than to stay committed to the programme. It may be taking time, it may take organisation, but ultimately, this is my best shot to achieve the best outcome possible for my vision.
