May 23, 2011 11:50 PM

20/20!

We went to Mass Eye And Ear this morning to see the contact lens doctor. Basically, the visit is just to determine whether or not I am a good candidate for the lenses. In order to determine that, the doctor first examined my eyes (no shock there!) and then placed a couple of lenses in my eyes and, in combination with some handheld lenses that she had, corrected my eyesight in my right eye to 20/20!

In fact, according to the doctor, the only way to correct the issues with my right eye is with a contact lens of some dort - eyeglasses cannot do the trick. Thus, it was determined that I am an excellent candidate for the lenses.

What's the next step? First of all, they have to ascertain what my insurance will pay. Once that's determined, then several days have to be spent in outfitting me with lenses that are designed just for me and "training" me how to use them. Unfortunately, with the photophoresis treatments coming up, I have no clue how I am going to squeeze in "several" days. It's going to be a busy summer.

Ultimately, the lenses will designed for farsightedness so that I will require reading glasses. No problem there since that's what my current glasses are. The actual lenses are a little bigger than standard contact lenses and, most likely, will require the use of fewer eye drops. That would be a huge side benefit. I must admit that I did not feel the lenses in my eyes at all. Nor was there any issue getting them in or out. So, maybe my concerns about utilizing them are somewhat misguided.

All in all, a good day.

With any luck, by the end of the summer, I'll be in great shape...

Bob