Debating on IPL or Probing..

[Lfarls]

I've read some interesting posts from fellow sufferers that have undergone ipl and/or probing. I have MGD/ ocular rosacea for three years and I am a bit confused on what route I should take. I had a consult with a doctor that does both procedures, although I was pretty dead set on doing the probing, I'm having trouble deciding which would be a better route. I understand it takes a least 4 months for relief with ipl, and probing would get an immediate relief?? Or i could take my chances and just do both?? Any suggestions??

[Rebecca Petris]

When in doubt, go with the least invasive... that's my personal opinion.

I'm not the best person to comment on this because I haven't considered either (don't need them) but if I were in a position to be thinking about these treatments for myself, well, personally I would never even consider the probing unless I had some actual data showing its benefits - and quantifying the risks - for the specific category of MGD situation I belonged to.

[Lfarls]

You're so right, I guess I was looking for an easy fix with the probing, but then again nothing is an easy fix!! Thanks Rebecca