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What are the differences between lenticonus and keratoconus?
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Cornea versus lens: Keratoconus involves the cornea, the clear front part of the eye. The corneal collagen is abnormal and somewhat weaker. The cornea will not maintain its shape. Lenticonus involves the lens of the eye having an abnormal shape. It is usually congenital and very rare
Answered 11/15/2014
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