Patrick and I have just returned from the eye doctor; a specialist in functional vision. It is now documented that Patrick's increase in functional vision since Ecuador is dramatic!!!! Functional vision level is determined by appropriate response to stimuli. In children with cortical blindness and cortical impairments, the eyes are fine and the brain is fine but the signals going from each is not received correctly. This new functioning is the result of the brain recognizing what it is seeing more accurately than before.
We noticed the difference immediately but wanted confirmation and now we have that. Patrick is starting to use his senses together correctly and it is time for us to concentrate on strengthing his visual skills. The more we focus on this the easier it will become for Patrick to grasp objects correctly, manipulate them, and enjoy life. As we return to Ecuador we have strength knowing that doctors here in America support the doctors in Ecuador and their treatments. His eye doctor believes this is only the beginning for Patrick.
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OK, now you have me crying. I am thrilled for both Patrick and you all. This is fantastic news. It is certified, documented, verified :-D. It does my heart good.
ReplyDeleteI love it, love it, love it.