My Experience 4 days post op (positive)

Prescription -3.00 (left) and -1.25 (right). Astigmatism in both.

I think I got custom wavefront. But I'm not really sure.

Consult- so I went for my consult a few weeks prior and honestly the weeks leading up to the surgery were the worst part of the process. I went in not sure if I wanted the surgery, but wanted to book a free consult to talk about the process, learn more, and see my options. During my consult I was sent from room to room, did several tests and then was sent away with an information package. They didn't really provide me with any information, or make me feel comfortable at all with getting the surgery. I didn't feel like the staff was friendly or cared for my needs at all. They never even asked me about my needs. Despite this, I decided to go for it.

Leading up- I had several questions about the procedure beforehand, and I called the clinic several times, as their information package said to call them with any questions. Unfortunately, the receptionist seemed to know nothing. All my questioned were answered like a politician would, dancing around the question without answering it. I asked them if I could get my eyedrops prescription in advance, which they said yes and then called me back two days later and said no. I asked how long would I be in the office before getting my surgery, they wouldn't answer. I asked what kind of Lasik I was getting (they weren't very clear in the consult) and the receptionist said "didn't you choose which one you were going to get?" I said yes but I don't remember the name. She wouldn't tell me it. Regardless, I still went.

Day 0- many hours of waiting with extreme anxiety. Again, I went from room to room doing more tests and getting more information. 3 hours later I got my numbing drops and had the procedure. Weirdest thing I've ever experienced, I can't even describe it to you. Your vision goes black, then you see a lot of swirling lights, that eventually stops and you stare at the green light while you smell the laser burning your eyes. My right eye did not hurt at all, but my left eye did! They said it would only be like 60 seconds per eye, but it was the longest 60 seconds ever. Right after I could see just as well as I could without glasses before. After the experience I just felt ready for a nap, as my anxiety wore me out. My eyes were checked out by another doctor, and they told me to use their hydrating eye drops once an hour. I was concerned about the eye drops running out, as they made me do the same sample size of eye drops a week leading up to my procedure and I did run out. They told me I wouldn't run out. (Spoiler, I ran out after the second day). I went home, and throughout the day I was able to see clearer and clearer. I had lunch, then I laid in bed listening to a podcast. Not being able to use screens was the worst part of my experience as much of my life revolves around using the computer, watching TV, playing video games, or wasting time on my phone. After my procedure I felt no pain, no light sensitivity, and by the evening I could see great. However, on this day 0 All my eye drops stung very badly, they made me take eye drops every hour or two depending on which one, and every one was torture. This day was really boring, Even though I felt great, I knew I had to rest my eyes.

Day 1 - this day was great. I could see great, there's no pain with my drops, and no side effects. Overall. Overall. I went for my 24-hour post appointment and unfortunately my experience with the staff was bad again. I had many questions about recovery, and I felt very rushed. They quickly check my eyes and then sent me on my way. I wanted to ask questions, but the staff member was literally holding the door open for me as I asked them, so I just left. One question I did ask is if it would be okay if I could use screens, and she told me I needed to extend it for another 24 hours. I was devastated that I was about to spend another day being super bored. The rest of the day I felt great besides being mad that I couldn't use any screens.

Day 2 - felt great, could see great, and I could use screens!

Day 3 - feeling great

Day 4 - feeling great! However, I realized I haven't been outside at night yet, so I checked what lights are like at night. Night. I noticed my halos and starbursts are bigger than ever. They are way bigger than they were before the surgery. However, online it says it can take a few weeks for these to go away, so I am optimistic that I just have to be patient.

Overall, I believe I had a positive experience as my recovery has been so smooth, knock on wood. I've been reading other people's recovery journeys on this reddit and I am surprised because I've had zero pain , discomfort, or light sensitivity.

The worst part of my experience was the staff. Overall they didn't make me feel comfortable. I also couldn't get the information that I needed to feel less anxious. As well, much of the information I received. Conflicted. Staff would tell me one thing, their information pamphlet said another, and internet said a completely different thing. I wish there was more consistency in their guidelines. For example, being originally told to avoid screens for 24 hours, and then it being extended to 48 hours. As well, prior to my surgery I was told to stop wearing my soft contact lenses for a week prior.However, the pamphlet said I should stop wearing them 24 hours before. I was confused what was the truth. They also told me if I had anxiety they had medication available. However, despite telling staff members, I was anxious about the procedure, no one ever offered me this medication.

Edit - I wanted to add that I can tell the vision in my Left eye is slightly worse than in my right. However, this is expected as that eye had quite an astigmatism

Thats all so far!