In March 2006 I received CustomView Wavefront surgery. I researched my Lasik doctor for months, and finally decided on a local doctor who was rated one of the "Best Doctor's in America". I wanted the surgery for years, and it seemed like a perfect time because I was graduating college in just a few months.

Unfortunately, I have been plagued with problems after my Lasik surgery. Right after the surgery my vision was great, 20/15 in both eyes. I could not even tell my right eye had been operated on, but my left eye had minor discomfort from dryness. Also of note, my left eye had a large blood shot spot in the corner next to my nose. My doctor assured me this was normal.

Now I'm 9 months post-op, and I have constant discomfort in my left eye. Also, nightime halos have increased. I beleive the problem is dryness. I have received punctual plugs in both sides of the left eye, been placed on Restasis, and use Genteal, Refresh Liquid Gel, and Refersh PM eye drops at night. I still have noticeable discomfort in my left eye. This conditon has become almost a handicap. I am experiencing severe depression from the outcome of the surgery. I'm a 23 year old college educated male, and I can't search for a job because of the horrible side effects.

At this point I'm looking for any treatment avaliable to stop the discomfort in my left eye. Cost is not an issue. I also need to find a new doctor, because at my most recent post-op appointment my doctor said there was nothing else he can do. My Lasik surgery was videotaped, so this may be of help to my future doctor. I have even considered the Boston Sceral Lens, but not sure if this is appropriate for me or would help with the discomfort. I am new to this forum, I would appreciate any and all suggestions for my next course of action.

I also wanted to note that my Lasik was done with the Intralase procedure. Now that I think of it, I was informed I had astigmatism in my left eye when I was still wearing contact lens. At my appointment my doctor said this wouldn't be any problem at all. This really struck with me when you mentioned this. Could the astigmatism be the cause of the discomfort? Why didn't the doctor notice this?