I met my new eye doctor yesterday. One of my medications comes with a risk of macular degeneration (in other words, I could lose my vision- fun, right?).
I was due for a checkup anyway; I’ve been peeking under my lenses for reading small type for a while now, and I noticed that I’m holding things further away. Sure enough, I’m getting my first pair of progressives and wow are they expensive!
In good news I can use my existing frames, which saves me a little, along with a coupon and a rebate. Once you factor in anti-scratch, no-glare and transitions (they darken in sunlight) it’s a big chunk of money. Unfortunately, I’m still sorting out an issue with my medical reimbursement, so this is all out-of-pocket and hopefully I’ll be reimbursed.
Eye exams are always fun; I am light sensitive and when my eyes dilate you can barely see the blue of my eye at all. I have wrap-around granny sunglasses that I can wear over my regular glasses so I can drive (thankfully it was overcast).
I should have my new lenses in a week or two and then it’ll be adjustment time. Whee!
I hated bifocals……I actually got sea sick. Hope they work out for you!
Thanks, Mo- good to hear from you! It took hubby a while to adjust- I expect it’ll be a big change.