Keratoconus Treatment C3- 170 Questions Answered

What is the average cost of C3R (keratoconus treatment) in Chennai?. How many days rest is recommended after the treatment?.

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Dr. A K Goel Ophthalmologist | Moradabad

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It depends upon the hospital and doctor. ... Read More

What's the best treatment for keratoconus. I have early keratoconus in my right eye and little more in the left eye. Right eye pachy thin locat is 471 um and for left eye it is 461 um. Also which place in Bangalore offers best treatment?

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Dr. A K Goel Ophthalmologist | Moradabad

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At this age it's likely to be stable .Please get regular check up done and if it increases or your vision decreases the you must get c3r done. ... Read More

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My wife has keratoconus, we were informed of this just yesterday. Currently, we are looking for all kinds of possible treatments. So can someone tell me what is the keratoconus treatment? We are willing to try everything, be it Ayurveda, allopathy or homeopathy. Informative responses from doctors or medical practitioners would be great.

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Dr. Vaibhev Mittal Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Sangrur

Hello Treatment options depend on many factors A. If keratoconus is progressive or stable B. Corneal thickness and topography etc If it is stable then we can wait for any treatment Regular eye check u ... Read More

Hi Team Recently i got to know I am having Keratoconus. Doctor suggested me to go with C3R surgery and also CAIRS surgery for Diagnosis. How ever C3R is mandatory can you please let me know if CAIRS treatment is safe and accurate. Thanks & Regards

Asked for Female, 26 Years 223 Views v

Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar Pulmonologist | Hyderabad

Pl consult ophthalmologist withall your reports,so as to evaluate the benefit of type of surgery. ... Read More

I am suffering from keratoconus problem , for this i want to know in detail about c3r surgery , how much it will cost and since i am from jharkhand so for how long i have to stay in the place from where i do my treatment and what will be the precaution i have to take after surgey as i have to work 12 in front of computer screen.

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Dr. A K Goel Ophthalmologist | Moradabad

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You can go to lvpi hydrabad.the cost is likely to be approx 25 to 40 k .recovery may take few months. Need not to stay longer . A couple of days is usually sufficient. ... Read More

Hello dr, I want to know that does keratoconus treatment available on ayurved or not? If available on ayurved, then what the treatment is? I'm more happy to treat my keratoconus problem with ayurved. Thanks in advance.

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Dr. Satish Sawale Ayurveda | Navi Mumbai

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Good u seeking authentic support for ur health issue... Got ur pain n concern though it's unfortunate. Really simple medicines n procedure can hold n reverse ur issue so plz consult ayurved college ho ... Read More

Doctor has suspected Keratoconus in my both eyes. What will be the best course of treatment? Please help.

Asked for Male, 31 Years 335 Views v

Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar Pulmonologist | Hyderabad

Pl do topography test.C3r will help.pl consult cornea specialist for further evaluation and treatment. ... Read More

Sir I am having blurred vision and Sensitivity to light even after 10 days of C3R treatment for Keratoconus on both eyes. My doctor says it's common and u will be fine in few days.

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Dr. A K Goel Ophthalmologist | Moradabad

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Yes he is right. You can use gaugle. ... Read More

I wanted to know more about keratoconus as i am suffering from it. Would you like to help? Tell me about it's causes, treatment and precautions.

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Dr. Sridevi Haldar Ophthalmologist | Noida

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Keratoconus is a progressive disorder with multifactorial etiology. It's generally found to be associated with allergic conjunctivitis, VKC, which involves eye rubbing. Treatment depends on stage of ... Read More

Recently i have planned going for LASIK surgery, in the process doctors found i have keratoconus, so they suggested not to go for LASIK. Is there any way to get rid of my eye sight(economically)? Does keratoconus need any treatment? Is it dangerous?

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Dr. Raghavendra Bharati General Physician | Thane

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Your surgeon was right in not operating. Keratoconus will need treatment if progressive. ... Read More

Hello sir. I had right eye keratoconus in 2018 which has been operated and my doctor advised hard contact lenses but I am using glasses since operation and I didn't go for follow up 2 years back I went for regular visits and doctor said everything is fine since I studied keratoconus is Bilateral condition. Should I go regularly and check my left ey

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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar Pulmonologist | Hyderabad

Regular check ups are needed. ... Read More

Hi Doctors My wife has -4.25 cylindrical power in left eye and she also has keratoconus What is the best available treatment for this disease to avoid glasses

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Dr. Miss Hema Mansukhlal Mer Ophthalmologist | Mumbai

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Seek consultation. ... Read More

Sir best advanced treatment for keratoconus Previously dalk at NH, Now using scleral contact lenses Need further information

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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar Pulmonologist | Hyderabad

C3r will be effective. But Pl consult ophthalmologist with detailed history and reports and treatment taken for better evaluation and treatment. ... Read More

Hi, I am a keratoconus patient. I wanted a 2nd opinion on my pentacam report from a cornea specialist doctor. Can any cornea specialist doctor who sees this post reply please Thanks.

Asked for Female, 26 Years 152 Views v

Dr. Miss Hema Mansukhlal Mer Ophthalmologist | Mumbai

Please share reports & seek consultation ... Read More

Hi doctor, can you please review my pentacam report attached here and let me know what level of keratoconus do I have. Also, should I undergo C3R? Please help me with it. I am under immense stress after knowing this. Thanks

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Dr. Saba Kausar Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Bangalore

Please consult online to address your concerns ... Read More

I have keratoconus in both eyes it's Been 2.5 months since C3R and Intacs surgery but there is still a lot of light sensitivity. When can I expect that to go away ?

Asked for Female, 25 Years 214 Views v

Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar Pulmonologist | Hyderabad

It takes 6 to 9 months to go.pl consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment. ... Read More

Hi Doctor I'm having difficulty in understanding the difference between Astigmatism & Keratoconus. Can you help me to give further explaination? Thank you

Asked for Female, 18 Years 157 Views v

Dr. Saba Kausar Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Bangalore

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Both are corneal irregularities. Keratoconus is more severe to type of astigmatism ... Read More

I have keratoconus in both eyes ( left more than right ). I was advised to do Corneal Collagen Crosslinking procedure . Where can I do it from and how much does it cost ? I was also advised to do topographic removal of corneal epithelium for keratoconus . What is the price of this ? Are both really required ? Or can I just do the crosslinking to

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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar Pulmonologist | Hyderabad

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It all depends upon the pre surgical evaluation of keratoconus.The cost will depends upon the type of eye institute and the surgeon. Pl consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment. ... Read More

I recently went to eye check up and discovered that I have Keratoconus and even power of - 4 couldn't correct my vision in left eye. The doctor there advised me c3r with corneal Transplant, if I wanted to correct my vision. So, I went to another one, as I got scared a little bit, the other doctor suggested me tprk + kxl for my left eye and said to

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Asked for Male, 24 Years 317 Views v

Dr. Saba Kausar Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Bangalore

Please trust your ophthalmologist and follow their advice ... Read More

Hello sir, I want to know wether psychosis like symptoms occur in keratoconus. Does treating keratoconus treat these effects?

Asked for Male, 26 Years 251 Views v

Dr. Deepak Kumar Rout Psychiatrist | Cuttack

Yes ... Read More

Hello sir, I have poor working memory and psychosis symptoms. I want to know whether keratoconus medicine can help CNS.

Asked for Male, 26 Years 86 Views v

Dr. Kavita Choudhary Ayurveda | Gurgaon

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We can help you with symptoms with the goodness of Ayurveda. For further treatment you can consult online or you can visit in clinic as well. ... Read More

Hello sir, I have been suffering from cognitive problems such as poor memory and poor decision making. I wanted to know if they can be caused by keratoconus eyes.

Asked for Male, 26 Years 81 Views v

Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar Pulmonologist | Hyderabad

May co exist.pl consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment. ... Read More

Hi Doctor, I had an eye topography test today (attached) post which i was diagnosed with Keratoconus. Could you please help me understand what stage am i in and what are my options? Kindly tell me if i have in in both the eyes. Thank you.

Asked for Female, 27 Years 192 Views v

Dr. Saba Kausar Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Bangalore

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You have mild keratoconus. Please repeat topography on 3 weeks, to see if there is any progression. ... Read More

This is in regard to my son who is aged about 16 years, who has been diagnosed with keratoconus, and they have suggested him to undergo the procedure called corneal crosslinking. This procedure will be done this coming Saturday. Can anybody give a brief and simple description about this procedure. Is it a safe procedure. How long he has to take

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Dr. Saurabh Bothra Ophthalmologist | Jaipur

Don’t worry This procedure is done to prevent progression Procedure is painless ... Read More

I have my younger brother who has keratoconus. One my last eye test i have gotten 0.5 cylindrical power in my left eye and my right is perfectly normal. Should i he worried about me having keratoconus?

Asked for Male, 21 Years 159 Views v

Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar Pulmonologist | Hyderabad

Pl consult Ophthalmologist for doing certain tests,to diagnose keratoconus. ... Read More

Can a pain management specialist do artificial disc replacement surgery ( minimally invasive) at C3-C4. We are confused please suggest

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Dr. Abhijit Verma Neurosurgeon | Jajpur

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Neurosurgeons and spine surgeon can do such complicated surgeries ... Read More

Recently i have been searching internet for having lasik surgery options and came to find out about keratoconus,my age 22 and have nearly constant eye power spectacles for 3 years now and no vision problems , but as I have astigmatism(sph -6 ,cyl 2.75) I doubt that i might have keratoconus, am I overthinking or can i rule out the issue for me

Asked for Male, 22 Years 210 Views v

Dr. Chhavi Jindal Ophthalmologist | Delhi

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Helo sir To rule out keratoconus , you should go for corneal topography or pentacam. ... Read More

My doctor notified me that I am diagnosed with keratoconus in both the eyes(please observe the attached file for reference),am I eligible for pwd certificate?

Asked for Male, 19 Years 300 Views v

Dr. Geetika Taneja Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Delhi

Getting a PWD certificate depends on the best corrected visual acuity in both your eyes. ... Read More

Doctor, Is It Possible For Someone With Progressive Keratoconus To Have A Stable Cylindrical Power For 1 Year? Please Let Me Know.

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Dr. Priyansha Chatterjee Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Kolkata

Yes of course. You can have a stable cylindrical power for one/several years with keratoconus. However, it maybe worthwhile to remember that this does not indicate that your disease is stable/ not pro ... Read More

Doctor, Will Keratoconus MUST Cause High Astigmatism in Most Of The Cases? Please Let Me Know, Doctor.

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Dr. Soujanya K Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Mangalore

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Keratoconus, need not always cause high astigmatism. In early stages, astigmatism might be minimal. ... Read More

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What is the average cost of C3R (keratoconus treatment) in Chennai?. How many days rest is recommended after the treatment?.

What's the best treatment for keratoconus. I have early keratoconus in my right eye and little more in the left eye. Right eye pachy thin locat is 471 um and for left eye it is 461 um. Also which place in Bangalore offers best treatment?

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Hi Team Recently i got to know I am having Keratoconus. Doctor suggested me to go with C3R surgery and also CAIRS surgery for Diagnosis. How ever C3R is mandatory can you please let me know if CAIRS treatment is safe and accurate. Thanks & Regards

Hello dr, I want to know that does keratoconus treatment available on ayurved or not? If available on ayurved, then what the treatment is? I'm more happy to treat my keratoconus problem with ayurved. Thanks in advance.

Doctor has suspected Keratoconus in my both eyes. What will be the best course of treatment? Please help.

Sir I am having blurred vision and Sensitivity to light even after 10 days of C3R treatment for Keratoconus on both eyes. My doctor says it's common and u will be fine in few days.

I wanted to know more about keratoconus as i am suffering from it. Would you like to help? Tell me about it's causes, treatment and precautions.

Recently i have planned going for LASIK surgery, in the process doctors found i have keratoconus, so they suggested not to go for LASIK. Is there any way to get rid of my eye sight(economically)? Does keratoconus need any treatment? Is it dangerous?

Hi Doctors My wife has -4.25 cylindrical power in left eye and she also has keratoconus What is the best available treatment for this disease to avoid glasses

Sir best advanced treatment for keratoconus Previously dalk at NH, Now using scleral contact lenses Need further information

Hi, I am a keratoconus patient. I wanted a 2nd opinion on my pentacam report from a cornea specialist doctor. Can any cornea specialist doctor who sees this post reply please Thanks.

Hi doctor, can you please review my pentacam report attached here and let me know what level of keratoconus do I have. Also, should I undergo C3R? Please help me with it. I am under immense stress after knowing this. Thanks

I have keratoconus in both eyes it's Been 2.5 months since C3R and Intacs surgery but there is still a lot of light sensitivity. When can I expect that to go away ?

Hi Doctor I'm having difficulty in understanding the difference between Astigmatism & Keratoconus. Can you help me to give further explaination? Thank you

Hello sir, I want to know wether psychosis like symptoms occur in keratoconus. Does treating keratoconus treat these effects?

Hello sir, I have poor working memory and psychosis symptoms. I want to know whether keratoconus medicine can help CNS.

Hello sir, I have been suffering from cognitive problems such as poor memory and poor decision making. I wanted to know if they can be caused by keratoconus eyes.

Hi Doctor, I had an eye topography test today (attached) post which i was diagnosed with Keratoconus. Could you please help me understand what stage am i in and what are my options? Kindly tell me if i have in in both the eyes. Thank you.

I have my younger brother who has keratoconus. One my last eye test i have gotten 0.5 cylindrical power in my left eye and my right is perfectly normal. Should i he worried about me having keratoconus?

Can a pain management specialist do artificial disc replacement surgery ( minimally invasive) at C3-C4. We are confused please suggest

My doctor notified me that I am diagnosed with keratoconus in both the eyes(please observe the attached file for reference),am I eligible for pwd certificate?

Doctor, Is It Possible For Someone With Progressive Keratoconus To Have A Stable Cylindrical Power For 1 Year? Please Let Me Know.

Doctor, Will Keratoconus MUST Cause High Astigmatism in Most Of The Cases? Please Let Me Know, Doctor.

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