Blurry Vision

It has been 13 days since I had the PRK version of the Lasik procedure done to both of my eyes. If I put some drops in my eyes, I can see almost perfectly. Things get crisp and clear. There is a bit of some double vision and shakiness, but not much.The information I was given says that the blurriness is part of the healing process so this should go away. I am encouraged by how the drops react so all indications point to the likely 100% success of the procedure. I just wish the healing process would hurry up. Patience is certainly a virtue I am lacking, especially with the possibility that this procedure could cause some permanent damage.

Over these last 12-15 days, I have come up with a list of things to do or not do when you have a Lasik procedure. Some of these seem a bit extreme but we are talking about your eyes which you can't be too careful about.

• Wear your glasses instead of contact lenses at least 1 week prior to the procedure. I think it would be best to wear your glasses more often than contact lenses for at least 1 month prior.
• Reduce sugar intake at least 1 week prior to the procedure and for at least 7 days after the procedure. This is to help the body focus on healing your eyes versus processing excess sugars.
• Eat more green vegetables 2 weeks to 1 month prior to the procedure and continue for at least 5 days after the procedure.
• Increase your water intake 2 weeks to 1 month prior to the procedure and continue for at least 5 days after the procedure.
• Quit smoking at least 3 months prior to the procedure. Smoking prevents the body from obtaining it's optimal healing levels. Limit your exposure to smoke for at least 7 days after the procedure.
• Limit your alcohol consumption 1-2 weeks prior to the procedure. Be sure that your consumption would be considered moderate by most people.
• Buy all of the prescriptions or medications suggested by the Lasik center prior to the procedure.
• Buy at least 100 of the individual single use eye drops prior to the procedure. These are usually in the contact lens aisle and should not have any preservatives in them. Put at least 10 of these in the refrigerator.
• No make-up or other powders near the eyes for at least 7 days after the procedure. Limit the amount of cleansers and such also during this time.
• If your hair is long enough to get into your eyes, pull your hair back and keep it off your face on the day of the procedure and for 5-7 days after.
• Prepare to not be able to drive for 3-4 days after the procedure. If all goes well, you will be able to drive the next day after the procedure.
• Wear the goggles you receive for sleeping at least 7 days after your procedure.
• Wear sunglasses inside and outside for a full 7 days prior to the procedure. This is to help with light sensitivity in addition to help prevent foreign matter from getting into the eyes. The last few days are always difficult as it seems unnecessary, but wouldn't you feel stupid if a bug flew in your eye and you had an issue with your vision because of it?
• Limit your exposure to dust for 7 days after the procedure. This means no vacuuming, cleaning cat litter boxes, dusting, sweeping, working with powder cleansers, etc. Someone else can help out with these chores during this time!
• Limit your exposure to things that require you to wash your hands really thoroughly. The reason is a) you want to limit the potential for soap in your eyes, b) if you are handling a substance that requires you to do a really good job cleaning off, do you want to risk that getting into your eyes? Should you really be cutting up raw chicken or changing dirty diapers? Are these types of things more important than your vision?