Lens blur not working

I've used lens blur in the past with no problems.
Now I'm applying blur to an image and when I press the OKAY button the filter processes but the image returns to its original condition.
Confused Keith

Hi Kwill,
Could you try resetting the preferences as mentioned in this post - http://forums.adobe.com/message/5984761?

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