What Is Keratoconus?

What Is Keratoconus? in PRIMARYCITY

A Layman’s Guide To Keratoconus

Keratoconus is a degenerative ocular disease where deterioration of the cornea causes thinning, brittleness, and a conical shape. As a result of this distortion in shape, light is unable to properly reach the retina, leading to impaired vision. In some cases, it leads to irregular astigmatism, as a result of two ocular curvatures. 

Although there is no cure, there are several treatment options available, including various types of prescription contact lenses, a cross-linking procedure, surgical Intacs, and in severe cases, corneal transplant surgery. 

Over the course of a patient’s life, some or all of these corrective measures may be implemented as the condition advances. Fortunately, with proper medical intervention, the risk of blindness is minimal. Nevertheless, as with all ocular disorders, appropriate care is critical to treat this condition and prevent deterioration. A comprehensive exam will enable the optometrist to make a diagnosis.

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What Causes Progressive Keratoconus?

Although there is no definitive evidence of causation, studies strongly suggest that there may be a hereditary and genetic predisposition to this disorder:

  • Family history
  • There is evidence of comorbidity with Down’s syndrome, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, hay fever, congenital amaurosis, and asthma
  • Aggressive eye-rubbing with the knuckles may be injurious.
  • Environmental factors such as climate may lead to eye-dryness and subsequent rubbing.
Diagnosing Keratoconus

Diagnosing Keratoconus

Diagnosing a patient requires comprehensive testing using the following diagnostic tools:

  • Corneal-mapping: This procedure enables a 3D representation and eye mapping.
  • Slit-lamp: This device enables a comprehensive look at the internal ocular structures.
  • Refraction tests: These permit an assessment of visual strength.
  • Keratometry: A test to measure corneal shape using reflection from a special light.
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Summary

Keratoconus is a degenerative, progressive, ocular disease where the cornea becomes thin, brittle, and cone-shaped, leading to distorted and blurred vision, and in some instances, irregular astigmatism. While there are no cures, there are effective interventions to treat the disorder and slow progression. With proper medical intervention, there is minimal risk of blindness.

Keratoconus management is critical because alterations in treatment plans will become necessary as the eye changes shape. Contact Amplify Eyecare today to find out more about this and other ocular disorders and to schedule a comprehensive exam if you haven't had one recently.  You can schedule a comprehensive eye exam with our eye doctor by calling 111-222-3333. With proper intervention, there are many options to slow down the progression of the disease and improve vision. Patients searching for advanced treatment for keratoconus visit our clinic from all over STATE, and we are proud to be a leading provider of medical eye care services for patients from CITY, SECONDARY1, SECONDARY2, and SECONDARY3. 

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