Cornea or Keratoconus Treatment
Cornea or Keratoconus Treatment
The cornea is the transparent, dome-shaped front layer of the eye that helps focus light and plays a crucial role in vision.
Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition where the normally round cornea becomes thin and begins to bulge outward into a cone shape. This distorts vision and may lead to significant visual impairment if untreated.
Symptoms & Causes
Common Symptoms:
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Blurred or distorted vision
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Increased sensitivity to light and glare
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Frequent changes in glasses prescription
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Difficulty seeing at night
Possible Causes:
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Genetic predisposition (family history)
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Eye rubbing
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Certain connective tissue disorders
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Environmental and oxidative stress
Treatment Options
At Global Eye Care – Superspeciality Eye Hospital, we offer a full spectrum of treatments based on the stage and severity of keratoconus:
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Spectacles or Contact Lenses: For early-stage keratoconus to correct mild vision distortion.
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Corneal Collagen Cross-Linking (C3R): A minimally invasive procedure that strengthens the corneal tissue to stop progression.
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Intracorneal Ring Segments (ICRS): Implantation of small rings to reshape the cornea and improve vision.
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Corneal Transplant (Keratoplasty): For advanced cases where the cornea is severely damaged or scarred.
Prevention & Eye Care Tips
While keratoconus cannot always be prevented, you can protect your eye health by:
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Avoiding vigorous eye rubbing
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Regular eye check-ups, especially with a family history of keratoconus
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Protecting eyes from UV exposure
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Early diagnosis and timely treatment to halt progression