Keratoconus Treatment

Are you experiencing blurry or distorted vision? You may have keratoconus—a progressive eye condition that affects the shape of your cornea and impacts your vision. At Balaji Eye Care, we offer advanced keratoconus treatments to help you regain clear vision and confidence.

What is Keratoconus?

Keratoconus is a condition where the cornea (the clear front surface of the eye) thins and bulges outward into a cone shape. This distorts how light enters the eye and focuses on the retina, leading to:

✅ Blurry, distorted vision
✅ Increased light sensitivity
✅ Glare and halos around lights

Causes of Keratoconus

The exact cause is not fully understood, but factors may include:

Before
After

Genetics

Family history of keratoconus increases risk.

Eye allergies

Chronic eye rubbing may contribute.

Excessive eye rubbing

Can weaken the corneal structure.

Certain medical conditions

Such as Down syndrome, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, and retinitis pigmentosa

Why Choose Balaji Eye Care for Keratoconus Treatment?

Expert Keratoconus Specialist

Dr. Jayadatt Patel is a leading cornea specialist in India with extensive experience in treating keratoconus.

Comprehensive Treatment Options

We offer both non-surgical and advanced surgical treatments tailored to your condition.

Personalized Care

Every patient receives a customized treatment plan based on their specific needs and lifestyle.

Cutting-Edge Technology

We use the latest diagnostic and treatment tools for precise assessment and effective treatment.

Keratoconus Treatment Options

We offer a full range of treatment options based on the severity of keratoconus.

Non-Surgical Treatments

Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) Lenses

Offer excellent vision correction, especially in advanced cases.

Hybrid Lenses

Combine the clarity of RGP lenses with the comfort of soft lenses.

Rose K Lenses

Specifically designed for keratoconus, providing better comfort and sharper vision.

Mini-Scleral Lenses

Vault over the cornea and rest on the sclera (white part of the eye), offering superior comfort and stability.

Specialized Contact Lenses

Designed for keratoconus to provide better vision correction than regular glasses or soft contact lenses.

Surgical Treatments

If keratoconus progresses, surgical options may be required.

Corneal Collagen Cross-Linking (CXL or C3R)
  • Minimally invasive procedure that strengthens the cornea
  • Slows or halts the progression of keratoconus
  • Often the first-line treatment for progressive cases
Intacs (Intracorneal Ring Segments)
  • Small, crescent-shaped plastic rings inserted into the cornea to reshape it
  • Reduces corneal irregularity and improves contact lens fit
Corneal Transplant (Keratoplasty)

Used for severe cases when other treatments are not effective.

  • Penetrating Keratoplasty (PKP) – Full-thickness corneal transplant
  • Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (DALK) – Partial-thickness transplant, preserving the inner corneal layers

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

If you experience blurry vision, increased light sensitivity, frequent changes in prescription, or difficulty seeing at night, you may have keratoconus. A comprehensive eye exam, including corneal topography, can confirm the diagnosis.

There is no permanent cure for keratoconus, but advanced treatments like corneal cross-linking, specialized contact lenses, and surgical procedures can effectively manage the condition and prevent further progression.

CXL is a minimally invasive procedure performed under local anesthesia (numbing eye drops). Patients may feel mild discomfort for a few days post-procedure, but pain is usually minimal.

A corneal transplant is considered only in severe cases where other treatments like contact lenses, CXL, or Intacs are not effective in improving vision.

Regular soft lenses do not provide effective vision correction for keratoconus. Specialized contact lenses like RGP, hybrid, or scleral lenses are designed for better fit and vision improvement.

Recovery time varies based on the treatment.
✔ Contact Lenses – Immediate vision improvement
✔ Corneal Cross-Linking (CXL) – 1-2 weeks for initial healing, with vision stabilizing over months
✔ Intacs – Few days to a week
✔ Corneal Transplant – Several months for full recovery and stable vision

Yes, genetics play a role, and individuals with a family history of keratoconus are at higher risk. However, not all cases are inherited.

Without treatment, keratoconus can worsen, leading to:
✔ Severe vision loss
✔ Scarring of the cornea
✔ Increased difficulty wearing contact lenses
✔ Potential need for a corneal transplant

Don't Let Keratoconus Limit Your Life

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