Category: Keratoconus

Keratoconus is a commonly misunderstood eye disease. It causes the cornea to weaken, thin and bulge outward. Instead of retaining its normal round shape, the cornea becomes more cone-like. The visual effects include blurry and distorted vision and astigmatism or nearsightedness. Keratoconus is progressive and usually develops slowly (often in adolescence and early adulthood). If… Read the full article

Keratoconus is a degenerative disorder affecting the cornea, or the clear, dome-shaped front surface of the eye that plays a critical role in focusing incoming light onto the retina. A cornea that has developed keratoconus thins and bulges outward, taking on a cone-like shape. This interferes with focusing light on the retina and can lead… Read the full article

Being diagnosed with a corneal condition like keratoconus can feel overwhelming, especially if you are not familiar with the disease. Securing the right medical team and educating yourself about keratoconus create a foundation to help you face the ups and downs of the disease. Read on as Dr. Ernest Kornmehl of Kornmehl Laser Eye Associates… Read the full article