As I was getting better from round two of COVID, I wondered, googled and found this thread which got my attention as I haven't found anyone who understands *this* is real. My story would be I was in Vision Therapy (VT) yet progress slowed and stopped a few months after I had round one with COVID that I'd describe as fairly mild. It may not be related yet I've tried to explain to several doctors and even eye specialist I'm having difficulty driving to be told its anxiety, etc. when I love/loved to drive!! I was a road runner - beep beep!! I did have a stressful event (who hasn't) and ever since as I drive what seemed like random yet frequent enough episodes that remain to this day (18 months later) while driving. I did start noticing patterns - something would seem to trigger my vision and then I'd feel lightheaded for several seconds and this then would cause panic. I learned I had to slow down for a few seconds and let my eyes catch up yet sometimes this is a challenge in our go faster world - honk honk, urgh not helping. I no longer drive interstates nor long bridges/overpasses or more than 20 minutes away. My vision therapist was surprised VT progress just plateaued vs fixed the issue. I've googled and googled and do think it has something to do with nervous system, and for me too much work computer strain; a lot of people are having vision issues from work from home/increased screens and zooms/tech neck. I think there's something also about being in motion and being the driver/takes attention and long-range vision. Other symptoms that have improved was I could feel my heart rate drop or yup, instant fatigue after a hard work day. I was tested as often a mild sensation (vascular?) behind right knee while driving, too. So... it may be a mix of my eye condition (BVD), stress and strain and maybe having COVID didn't help!! It's been a silent battle for me as no one understands (driving was a big part of my work and life). And yes to $$ for tests that don't provide answers! Round two with Covid and my ears mild ache for 2 days which this, too, is a hmm yet previously ruled out for me. Thanks for the reminder on diet. I realize it may be many reasons why some are having driving difficulty post covid yet thank you for letting me share mine. 🙂

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