C3R - Treatment For Keratoconus - Keratoconus is a non-inflammatory, self-limiting ectasia of the axial portion of the cornea.
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Keratoconus is a condition that affects 1:1800 Britons with the prevalence as high as 1:450 in some ethnic groups. Check out our infographic to know more.
The pointed cone shape of the eye in such scenes isn't much different from the consequences of keratoconus, a vision disorder where the cornea (the front component of the eye) goes from being its normal rounded shape to thinner and much more pointed.
We have asked our community members what are the biggest challenges they face in their lives because of Keratoconus. Here is what they ha...
It can be a long time before you even find other people who have keratoconus, and an even greater challenge to meet someone face to face. ...
Raul Martin Herranz-Keratoconus Management: Role of GP Contact Lenses
Imagine seeing the world through a distorted lens that makes everything blurry, hazy, and distorted. This is what many people with keratoc...
lichtvogels by recrotka, on Flickr: With a keratonconus you see something like this There Will Be No Miracles Here by Patrick_Down, on...
lichtvogels by recrotka, on Flickr: With a keratonconus you see something like this There Will Be No Miracles Here by Patrick_Down, on...
With so many unfamiliar words and phrases associated with progressive keratoconus, it might be difficult to keep them all straight! You may...
Raul Martin Herranz-Keratoconus Management: Role of GP Contact Lenses
151 likes, 13 comments - keratoconusgroup on December 18, 2020: "Corneal crosslinking with riboflavin (vitamin B2) and UV-A light is a surgical treatment for keratoconus, pellucid marginal degeneration, and post-LASIK ectasia. The goal of a crosslinking treatment is to strengthen the cornea, which in turn slows or stops the disease's progression, but some patients will also see an improvement in the quality of their vision and a mild decrease in the amount of correction needed after treatment. #keratoconus #keratokonus #queratocono #keratocone #cheratocono #ceratocone #keratoconusgroup #mentalhealth #cornealtransplant #crosslinking #eye #eyes #illness #eyehealth #optometry #ophthalmology #optometrist #chronicillness #raredisease #ophthalmologist Photo: Laurie Wilson, USAFA (PD)".
Keratoconus causes the cornea to thin and bulge to a conical shape. / www.keratomania.com Based on an image from: National Eye Institute, National Institutes of Health (NEI #NEA04) Join us and help to raise awareness about Keratoconus. Facebook / Twitter / Flickr group / Google+
Constantly rubbing of eyes or high exposure to UV rays can lead to Keratoconus. Learn more about Keratoconus causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment here.
Keratoconus can cause significant distortion of vision, nearsightedness, irregular astigmatism, ghosting with multiple images, glare and light sensitivity.
What is corneal collagen coss-linking for keratoconus? Corneal collagen cross-linking is a treatment for keratoconus. In corneal coss...
I first heard the word Keratoconus last fall (2017) at what I thought was going to be a routine eye exam. I had gone in to get my prescr...
Aren't you tired of using so many contact lenses and having to change them often? Keratocat hopes that with crosslinking , his cornea...
I'll start at the very beginning.. Last year approximately this time last year I noticed a drastic change in my vision in my left eye...
Equally important is that any symptoms of ocular allergies should be addressed to reduce the frequency of eye rubbing.
I admit it, I felt like giving it all up many times. I really thought about putting an end to my pain, but, I didn’t do it.
Keratoconus treatment options are limited and can be risky. Also, people with keratoconus cannot wear contact lenses for an extended time. Researchers in The Netherlands decided to address these issue
Imagine seeing the world through a distorted lens that makes everything blurry, hazy, and distorted. This is what many people with keratoc...
Imagine seeing the world through a distorted lens that makes everything blurry, hazy, and distorted. This is what many people with keratoc...
Imagine seeing the world through a distorted lens that makes everything blurry, hazy, and distorted. This is what many people with keratoc...
What causes Keratoconus? We do not know what causes keratoconus, but it is likely genetic and environment factors are involved. Around 1 in 10 people with keratoconus will also have a parent with keratoconus. Keratoconus can be associated with certain risk factors: Family history Vigorous eye rubbing Conditions such as allergies, hayfever, eczema, Downs syndrome, […]
What’s the best cure for keratoconus? This is a question […]
I am a massage therapist. One day, I was visiting patients at a factory and happened to play around with the eye chart on the wall. I cou...
Wearing contact lenses puts you at risk of several serious conditions including eye infections and corneal ulcers. these conditions can de...
