Blog: My ICL Experience

As I start into Year 5 of having ICLs, I get more concerned about early onset cataracts given what I've read and heard on the internet. Then again, it is the Internet. I'm hoping that I will be a lucky one. Saw an Ophthalmologist for my annual eye exam at a LASIK/ICL center in New York. This new doctor was not as thorough as the one I usually have and I will a) be following up with a retinal specialist and b) going back to my regular doctor next year (he seemed rushed like he needed to go somewhere). That being said, my results are good! 15/20 and 20/20 in each eye and pressure of 11 and 12, which is normal. I asked specifically about a concern that has been raised here and is high on my mind: the narrow(ing) vault in my left eye -- something that puts me at risk of developing early onset cataracts (as the ICL gets closer to touching the natural lens). The doctor said I have 150R and 124L. Vaults should be >100, so I am good, but the aim is usually for 200. So I'

Template update: I'm on an everlasting quest for a cleaner, more functional Blogger template... Can't believe it has been 4 years now since I've had ICLs done. My life has truly been changed for the better -- however, I am very aware of the terrible potential side effects that folks have experienced. A quick glance at the numerous comments I have received over the years in each of my posts reflects this. I still maintain that it is a personal choice - one that you should take very seriously. I also strongly believe that people remain unaware - due to doctor salesmanship - of the very real side effect of the "white line glare." I haven't heard from many others like me who have a corneal tattoo yet, so do reach out if you have received it successfully (mine was not successful). For now, I am anxiously awaiting the risk of early onset cataracts. Despite the studies, I hope it doesn't happen to me! My next annual check up with my Ophthalmologist is May 201