Corneal Transplant Countdown – 1 week to go
It’s been a good week. The signs of Spring are all around Kentucky. If there is a more beautiful place to be in the Spring than Kentucky, I’ve not found…
2 Weeks To Go – Pre-surgery Physical
Had my pre-surgical physical today in Lexington at Baptist Family Medicine Clinic – with my long-time family MD. No surprises. I am healthy and should be good to go. Blood…
Keratoconus and Eye Rubbing – Which came First?
The idea that Keratoconus is caused by eye rubbing has been around a while. I’ve talked with 5-6 corneal surgeons and they’ve had differing opinions on it. There was consensus…
Keratoconus can make the cornea ultra-sensitive
Yesterday, I had a bad “removal” event with my lens. When taking out my semi-sclarel lens, something didn’t go right. Either I didn’t pre-lube it enough or just had a…
Surgery Countdown – Less than 3 weeks
Well, as the days tick by, I’m becoming more acutely aware of my forthcoming date with Dr. Holland. I’ve began to plan things a bit for those 2-3 weeks after…
Keratoconus’ Effect On Life #1
As I look down my Facebook events a moment ago, I see the following: Not attending Not attending Not attending Not attending Almost imperceptively, Keratoconus has given me an impulsive…
Keratoconus and sleep
Short 3am diary post from bed. Three nights now the KC has interrupted my sleep. I’m getting low quality sleep and hope that this improves after surgery. Lubricant just doesn’t…
Cornea DALK Procedure – 30 Days and Counting
Well, as of this morning, I’m 30 days away. In the next 2 weeks, I’ll be getting a full physical from my family doctor to be sure that there are…