While the diagnosis of Keratoconus can be unsettling for anybody you should first know the facts before thinking of going blind. Although corneal transplants are not high on our list of things to do, they were an effective way to save the sight of suffers of Keratoconus.

New Advancements in Technologies have improved results for many who face this degenerative condition each day. However before we can even look at treatment options it is important that you understand the diagnosis and what it means for you.

Diagnosing Keratoconus:

Keratoconus is a change in the shape of the cornea. Keratoconus causes the cornea to become cone shape distorting the vision of the sufferer. In its mild forms Keratoconus is treated with corrective lenses or Hard contact lens. Diagnosis of Keratoconus is determined through corneal mapping also known as a Topography mapping.

In the early stages of Keratoconus symptoms are minimal and are usually detected through regular eye exams & patient history. Generally Keratoconus starts in one eye and later moving to both. Patient family history of Keratoconus is usually detected in a new diagnosis.

Symptoms of Keratoconus:

Double vision

Squinting to see

Frequent changes in prescriptions

Irritation

Photopobia [sensitivity to light]

Ghost images

New Technology & Treatments for Keratoconus:

Past treatments for Keratoconus consisted of Hard contact lenses, and corneal transplants. Corneal transplants are invasive corrective eye surgery that had long and painful recovery periods. New technologies have had positive results in the treatment of Keratoconus without invasive surgery.

INTACS a form of treatment in Keratoconus require no maintenance, and provide little to no pain during recovery. The procedure is done in the doctors office and generally takes about 30 minutes to complete. Combined with C3-R or CK, INTACS have provided positive results in stabilizing the degeneration of sight caused by Keratoconus.

Although Keratoconus is a serious condition there is hope for sufferers today. New technologies are providing many treatment options and positive improvement in the quality of life for all those that sufferer.

For more information on Keratoconus and its treatment options visit: www.KeratoconusInserts.com

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