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Query About Keratoconus

2021-06-12 04:35:24
Doctor, Will Keratoconus MUST Cause High Astigmatism in Most Of The Cases? Please Let Me Know, Doctor.
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Keratoconus, need not always cause high astigmatism. In early stages, astigmatism might be minimal.

Answered2021-06-18 12:06:20

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Keratoconus is progressive High astigmatism occur in late stages which will be difficult to manage with glasses and contact lens Meanwhile we need to see the cause for it If associated with allergy we should treat and avoid rubbing of eyes which will slow progression and sometimes keratoconus will remain mild

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