I'm so glad you found this forum! Lots of great advice here. One more thing about doctor visits: ask the doctor or your friend to write down specifically what the doc wants you to do and the answers to your questions. I had to do this for my daughter and I wasn't even the patient. These visits can be so emotionally charged that it's hard to remember. Not to mention the fact that you are learning so much as each visit. You practically have to become a junior neurologist yourself.

I recently read that 80% of patients who experience head trauma will have some kind of problem with the ambient vision system. I also read that the VA is now routinely screening returning soldiers (with and without known head trauma) for ambient vision issues.

The point I'm trying to make is that vision issues are a common problem, they can be fairly easilty diagnosed, and usually can be treated with therapy. Once resolved it can make a huge difference in your recovery. Might not be the case with everyone, but it is definately worth checking in to.