Keratoconus, a progressive eye condition where the cornea thins and bulges, can subtly affect your vision, making early detection crucial. Here's what to watch out for:
Vision Changes:
Blurred vision: Gradual or sudden blurring, especially in one eye compared to the other.
Distorted vision: Straight lines appearing wavy or bent, objects losing their true shape.
Double vision: Seeing multiple images of the same object with one eye closed.
Increased nearsightedness or astigmatism: Frequent changes in glasses prescriptions.
Night vision problems: Difficulty seeing clearly in low light conditions.
Sensitivity and Glare:
Glare and halos around lights: Bright lights appearing surrounded by rings or streaks.
Light sensitivity: Discomfort and squinting in bright environments.
Eye irritation and pain: Feeling like something is in your eye, dry eyes, headaches.
Other symptoms:
Sudden worsening or clouding of vision: A potential sign of corneal hydrops, a fluid build-up in the cornea.
Scarring on the cornea: Visible white patches on the cornea's surface.
If you experience any of these symptoms, seek immediate medical attention from an ophthalmologist. Early diagnosis and intervention can help manage keratoconus and prevent vision loss.
Laxmi Netralaya Hospital in Patna offers comprehensive eye care services, including diagnosis and treatment of keratoconus. Their team of experienced ophthalmologists utilizes advanced diagnostic tools and treatment options like corneal collagen crosslinking to stabilize the cornea and improve vision.