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Keratoconus |
| What is a Keratoconus? |
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| The normal cornea is usually has a spherical curvature. A disease called keratoconus causes the cornea to undergo progressive thinning and thus protrude outward, forming a cone-like curvature, which leads to
distortion and decreased vision. The disease is thought to be inherited and begins to manifest itself sometime in the late-teen through early adult years. |
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| Treatment for Keratoconus |
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| In some cases, glasses or contact lenses may improve vision in patients with keratoconus. More severe cases may require removal of the affected cornea and replacement with donor tissue through a cornea transplant operation.
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