Extreme eye sensitivity

[admin]

We cannot provide specific medical advice to you, but here are some questions / thoughts to discuss with your surgeon:

1. Is my diagnosis Transient Light Sensitivity (TLS)? This is a well known side effect from Intralase that some patients get. If so, you can Google it for more info.
2. Do I need to be on steroids? Steroids are the mainstay of treatment for TLS.
3. Do I need to be managing my dry eye more aggressively? Drops, ointment at night, punctal plugs and the prescription medicine Restasis are possibilities. Avoiding environmental stressors helps - d/c ceiling fans, blowing air, take breaks to blink and lubricate if reading/computing long hours.

Please let us know how you progress.