Keratoconus Treatment in Gurugram
Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition where the cornea thins and bulges into a cone shape, causing distorted vision.
What is Keratoconus?
Keratoconus typically begins in the teenage years and progresses through the 20s and 30s before usually stabilizing. The irregular cone-shaped cornea causes significant visual distortion that glasses often cannot fully correct.
Early detection is crucial because corneal crosslinking (C3R) can halt progression if done in time. Gurugram's eye hospitals see many young patients with keratoconus, often detected when they seek LASIK consultation and are found to be unsuitable candidates.
🏙️ Context in Gurugram
Keratoconus is frequently detected in young Gurugram professionals seeking LASIK. The city's cornea specialists offer comprehensive keratoconus management including advanced crosslinking protocols (epi-off, epi-on, accelerated) and specialty contact lens fitting.
Symptoms & Warning Signs
Common Symptoms
Progressively blurring vision
Increased sensitivity to light and glare
Frequent prescription changes
Distorted vision (straight lines look bent)
Double vision in one eye
Halos around lights
Difficulty with night vision
When to see a doctor?
- !Rapid changes in vision prescription
- !Vision not correctable with glasses
- !Family history of keratoconus
- !Diagnosed with keratoconus (regular monitoring)
- !Before considering LASIK
Causes
- Weakening of corneal collagen fibers
- Genetic predisposition
- Chronic eye rubbing
- Oxidative damage to cornea
- Exact cause not fully understood
Risk Factors
- Family history of keratoconus
- Chronic eye rubbing
- Allergic conditions (hay fever, asthma, eczema)
- Down syndrome
- Certain connective tissue disorders
Treatment Options
Advanced solutions available in Gurugram for effective management and correction.
Corneal Crosslinking (C3R/CXL)
UV light and riboflavin treatment to strengthen corneal collagen and halt progression. Gold standard for progressive keratoconus.
Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) Lenses
Hard contact lenses that create a smooth optical surface over the irregular cornea. Best visual correction for many patients.
Scleral Lenses
Large diameter lenses that vault over the entire cornea, providing comfort and excellent vision for advanced cases.
ICL/IPCL
Implantable lenses to correct refractive error in stable keratoconus after crosslinking.
Intacs/Ring Segments
Small plastic segments inserted into cornea to flatten the cone and improve contact lens fit.
Corneal Transplant
For advanced cases where other treatments fail. DALK or full-thickness transplant options available.
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