I had received my first Guardian Mask about a month ago. I started using it during the sunny days for my horse's Uveitis. It seemed to be helping and I kept up with the medical therapy as well. When the medical therapy seemed to be at a stand still, I decided to adjust it and "do my own thing". After good and bad days, I decided the good days were much better if he had on his mask during all daylight hours regardless of the sun. He seems to do better now. He is not fully recovered from this bout of Uveitis but I feel the mask is helping him by keeping the sun's rays out and also the dust, dirt and wind.

 

He has a tendency to roll on that side of the affected eye! I will continue to monitor his progress with this daily use of the mask and will keep you updated. Hope you got the pictures I sent with him wearing his Guardian Mask! He looks so cute in it knowing it is protecting him.

 

Thanks-

Jill O'Connor and Jasper "the friendly ghost!"

 

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Update 08-18-05

 

I am writing to update you on my horse Jasper's progress. It has been almost a year and a half since Jasper was diagnosed with Uveitis. I searched the web and found your site and ordered my first mask. This morning when I went on line to order another I was thrilled to see the new web site! So much more information and news! I have earmarked it as a favorite.

 

After weeks of topical ointments and pain relievers I was frustrated that each week the vet came there was no improvement and Jasper even developed a corneal ulcer to boot. I put the mask on faithfully each day, first only days it was sunny and/or windy, and then everyday removing it at night. I have a sandy paddock area and he rolls daily and this keeps his eyes as clean as possible.

 

My old farrier talked to me about how some people don't react to some meds either and suggested I hot pack his eye daily and keep it as clean as possible. He also told me to gently massage the tear drop area to keep the ducts clear. Old wives tails I thought but he had been around a long time...........I stopped the ointments for the most part which he hated anyway. He was beginning to get head shy from all the aggravation. He seemed to love the hot packs and I did it twice a day. I also "massaged" the area to promote clearing of the duct. He wore his mask faithfully (except for the few times he got it off rolling)

 

A month after the meds stopped, my vet came to tell me that his eye, although mostly blind by now, was in a sort of remission. The weeping had stopped, the eye was not near as red, and he seemed perkier. I have him checked every two months and so far the other eye has been ok. Once in  while the "bad" eye gets a drip and I am never sure if it is from Uveitis or a piece of dirt. I take no chances and wash it and put a non steroid ointment in it. 

 

I think the combination of the Guardian Mask and the things I do for him, are making the difference. Although I know from reading that the other eye is in great risk of contracting Uveitis, I am hopeful that I can prevent it. I just wanted to let you know how grateful I am and that I know you had a hand in his recovery. I am sending you a picture of his eye that, although blind, is obviously much healthier than before the mask. Thank you.

 

Jill O'Conner & Jasper

 

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Thank you so much for sharing your update Jill, your love and dedication is a wonderful example for all.  We are so pleased to see Jasper's eye doing so well!

 

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