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I am 43 yrs old and was told i might have keratoconus when i was 30. my vision is showing the normal signs of age. should i be doing anything special?
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Recheck: Keratoconus is progressive. You should get repeated examinations by an ophthalmologist (preferably, the same one over time).
Answered 11/12/2016
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Yes: Keratoconus is a progressive weakening of the cornea. Although not "curable", it may be slowed by gas permeable contact lenses ("hard" lenses), riboflavin, and certainly avoid rubbing the eyes. Itchy or dry eyes should be treated with drops, never rubbing.Laser vision correction is contraindicated.There are new surgical techniques awaiting fda approval to help stabilize and maybe even improve it.
Answered 9/15/2016
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See your doctor: There are newer technologies that can determine whether you have keratoconus - one is called pentacam. 13 years ago, we have a basic technology called topography, but newer topography units as well as pentacam, orbscan, etc can better diagnose your condition.
Answered 8/21/2013
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