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What needs to be done if the corneas are detaching at the top?

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Specializes in Cornea, Cataract, & Refractive (LASIK & PRK) Surgery

Cornea problem: There is no such thing as corneal detachment. You are likely describing corneal thinning. In a superior location, this could be terrien's marginal degeneration, keratoconus, or other corneal disease. You need to see a cornea specialist.

Answered 12/11/2012

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