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Keratoconus


This article describes the essential of what patients need to know about keratoconus. The article includes definitions, symptoms, treatment options, pictures and more.



A hard or gas permeable lens will mask the irregular cornea in Keratoconus and act as a smooth lens for the eye. The problem is, that the cornea in Keratoconus can become steeper and more irregular with time. This makes it difficult to fit a contact lens, sort of like trying to balance a flat plate on top of a pencil. This makes the contact lenses



Keratoconus is a genetic, recessive condition that affects less then 1% of the population, is progressive and can have devastating affects on the vision. There are several types of the condition each demonstrating varying degrees of severity.



A new keratoconus treatment will bring hope to thousands of people around the world.C3-R® is a non-invasive procedure that has been proven to strengthen the weak corneal structure in keratoconus. This method works by increasing collagen cross-linking, which are the natural "anchors" within the cornea.





Keratoconus

Keratoconus (from Greek : kerato- horn, cornea; and konos cone), is a degenerative non- inflammatory disorder of the eye in which structural changes within the cornea cause it to ...

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Keratoconus - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Non-profit organization that supports research and education about keratoconus.

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The National Keratoconus Foundation

A guide to the causes and symptoms of keratoconus, and treatments such as contact lenses and corneal implants.

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Keratoconus - Causes, Symptoms & Treatments for Keratoconus ...

Keratoconus is a degenerative disease of the cornea that causes it to gradually thin and bulge into a cone-like shape.

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Keratoconus

Offers pictures, symptoms, and treatment options for keratoconus as well as other eye conditions.

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