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WHAT IS A
KERATOCONUS?
Keratoconus is a disease of the cornea , which causes distortions in vision (astigmatism), difficulty with light and halo effect, and a gradual weakening of corneal layers.
The earlier the diagnosis of Keratoconus is made, the more easily the deterioration of the cornea, and vision loss can be treated.
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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, Ehlers- Danlos syndrome
What are the symptoms of Keratoconus?
Symptoms of keratoconus may change as the disease progresses and include:
- Blurry or distorted vision
- Increased sensitivity to light and glare
- Problems with night driving, with streaks or haloes around bright lights
- Frequent changes in glasses prescription
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Initial potential diagnosis is during a routine eye examination. A full, comprehensive diagnosis will be with Dr. Alejandro Guerra Garcia the ophthalmic surgeon experienced in Keratoconus.
The optometrist will diagnose Keratoconus in a full comprehensive eye examination by careful use of the retinoscope. This can be fully confirmed by a complete examination on the Corneal topographer.
A full examination on the Corneal Topographer, at Vision Express Medical, will indicate damage to the cornea, and determine the level of treatment required.
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