Keratoconus
Keratoconus is an eye condition in which your cornea (the clear, dome-shaped front of your eye) gets thinner and gradually bulges outward into a cone shape.
A cone-shaped cornea causes blurred vision and may cause sensitivity to light and glare. Keratoconus usually affects both eyes. Symptoms of keratoconus may change as the disease progresses.
Common Symptoms:
- Blurred or distorted vision
- Increased sensitivity to light
- Frequent changes in prescription glasses or contact lenses
- Difficulty with night vision
Diagnosis:
An eye care professional can diagnose keratoconus through a comprehensive eye exam, corneal mapping, and other specialized tests.
Treatment Options:
1- Glasses or Contact Lenses:
- In the early stages, eyeglasses or soft contact lenses may be sufficient to correct vision.
2- Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) Contact Lenses:
- RGP lenses can provide better visual acuity by compensating for the corneal irregularities.
3- Corneal Cross-Linking (CXL):
- A minimally invasive procedure that strengthens the cornea using UV light and riboflavin eye drops, aiming to slow or halt progression.
4- Intacs:
- Small, curved devices implanted into the cornea to help reshape it and improve vision.
5- Corneal Transplant (Penetrating Keratoplasty or DALK):
- In advanced cases, a corneal transplant may be recommended to replace the damaged cornea with a healthy donor cornea.
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