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Medical Conditions - Keratoconus

Keratoconus refers to the alterations in the shape of the corneal layer. Normally, the cornea is a thin, dome-shaped layer covering the eyes' front surface, which gradually thins and bulges outwards into a cone shape. It usually involves both the eyes but often affects one eye more than the other. These changes in the corneal layer affect the vision and cause several problems such as blurred vision, sensitivity to light, and other eye problems. The vision problems are corrected using glasses or contact lenses in the early stages.

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What is the treatment for my myopia and astigmatism?

Hi Welcome to icliniq. Your prescription shows you have high myopic astigmatism. Your ophthalmologist must have examined your eyes properly.

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Is ghosting and double vision a symptom of keratoconus?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern.

Is the inability to read on the eye chart due to amblyopia?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. In order to answer you, I need little more details.

What care and precautions do I need to take for the cylindrical vision?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Keep regular follow ups with your optometrist and eye doctor for repeated refraction for every 3 to 6 months.

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How to treat advanced keratoconus after scleral lenses?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. There are a number of different treatments for keratoconus based on the corneal topographical measures and your visual needs.

5-year-old has poor vision. Will eye exercises suffice or does he need glasses?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I do not know whether you have got his cycloplegic refraction or not.

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I have keratoconus in my right eye. Shall I go for C3R?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the records that you have sent (attachment removed to protect patient identity). First thing is that you need to confirm the diagnosis of keratoconus.

What do my eye reports reveal and what can be the treatment?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen all the attachments (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity).

Is surgery necessary for keratoconus?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. I looked at her corneal topography report (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity).

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