Cyclosporine - Ask your doctor how long should you be on it before seeing improvement. I was told to be on this at least three straight months before seeing any improvement. Then my doctor encouraged me to stay on it at least a year and it still didn't help, in fact it irritated my eyes more. Two doctor friends told me this drug is very potent, so get off it as soon as you know it's not helping.
Scleral lenses - Often takes several fittings to get the correct fit, so be picky about how it feels on your eyes. Hopefully you can wear the first set for at least a few days, and if something doesn't feel right (especially the lens edges), they can get new ones with adjustments. It can still take a few weeks to get used to the lenses in your eyes, but it shouldn't be uncomfortable from the start. I hope the specialist who fit you has a decent amount of experience fitting sclerals, cause experience definitely counts in getting these right!
Blephastream - Would be interested if this works better for you than warm compress, or something good to do along with compresses. If this does not bring additional relief, perhaps try IPL.
Blood tests - Typically eye doctors don't run tests for vitamin deficiency or autoimmune disease. It would be your medical doctor, rheumatologist, naturopath, or other doctor specializing in diet as it impacts health.
WVM, it's great you are being very proactive and determined. I think you are on a good path to finding some resolution!
Scleral lenses - Often takes several fittings to get the correct fit, so be picky about how it feels on your eyes. Hopefully you can wear the first set for at least a few days, and if something doesn't feel right (especially the lens edges), they can get new ones with adjustments. It can still take a few weeks to get used to the lenses in your eyes, but it shouldn't be uncomfortable from the start. I hope the specialist who fit you has a decent amount of experience fitting sclerals, cause experience definitely counts in getting these right!
Blephastream - Would be interested if this works better for you than warm compress, or something good to do along with compresses. If this does not bring additional relief, perhaps try IPL.
Blood tests - Typically eye doctors don't run tests for vitamin deficiency or autoimmune disease. It would be your medical doctor, rheumatologist, naturopath, or other doctor specializing in diet as it impacts health.
WVM, it's great you are being very proactive and determined. I think you are on a good path to finding some resolution!
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