It is the name of the progressive organ located in the transparent and refractive layer in front of the eye that resembles a watch glass
and extending forward in a conical fashion. Keratoconus disease is more common in women
. Keratoconus is the cause of decreased refractive power of the corneal layer and irregular astigmatism or blurred vision
problems.
What are the symptoms of keratoconus?
Generally, this disease is genetically transmitted to individuals. A high degree of astigmatism is observed in keratoconus patients. Astigmatism constantly increases and is observed as astigmatism and myopia. At the same time
There is also bilateral involvement in this disease.
With this disease, glasses are frequently changed. After a short while, glasses begin to fail
and visual impairment gradually increases. In some cases, special eye diseases are observed and there may be an increase with systemic disorders.
This is also the Excimer Laser technology, which is widely used today in the treatment of eye diseases.
may cause the condition. Keratoconus disease may also occur after treatment applied to unsuitable eyes.
Treatment of this disease, which is generally seen in one in two thousand people, must be started early. If this disease occurs in childhood, it is easier to treat. Therefore, it is useful for families to take their children for regular check-ups to diagnose the disease, if any.
If the person has keratoconus, the person constantly rubs and scratches his eyes, causing the disease
It contributes to its further progression.
Diagnosis of the disease
This disease generally occurs during adolescence. It is a little more difficult to diagnose in childhood.
It can only be revealed after a detailed examination. The disease begins to progress between the ages of 20-40. Glasses can be changed frequently at this age. After a while, despite the glasses
the patient begins to see clearly.
If the disease is not diagnosed in time and reaches its final stages, a situation leading to blindness may be encountered
. If the person's eye structure is suitable, get treatment with Excimer Laser. It is possible. To determine whether the patient is suitable for laser
treatment, topographic examinations
are performed on the corneal layer.
Treatment methods
Contact lens treatment in the early stages of the disease. is applied. However, contact lenses are not enough to stop the progression of the disease. Lenses only correct the curvature of the center of the cornea and
provide clear vision.
The progression of the disease can be stopped with the application called Corneal Cross Linking. Recently, this
treatment method has been used frequently.
Another method is Corneal transplant surgeries. However, this surgery has some risks. Risks include the possibility of rejection by the body, being expensive, and insufficient corneal donations.
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