If you believe you are suffering from keratoconus, it is essential to visit our optometrist for effective treatment. We have treated many patients here at Dr. Dorothy Park & Associates in Columbia suffering from keratoconus. Our team is committed to providing patients the treatment they need to ensure quality eye and vision care.

What Is Keratoconus?

Keratoconus is a progressive eye disease. It changes the shape of your cornea from round to cone shape. The cornea plays two important roles. It is responsible for bending and focusing light, enabling you to see. It also helps to protect your eyes from harmful UV rays, germs, and dirt. Keratoconus interferes with the process of light passing through and shining on your retina properly.

Symptoms of keratoconus may include:

• Distorted or blurry vision
• Halos at night time
• Streaks when looking at bright lights
• Frequent headaches and sensitivity to light
• Triple ghost images
• Double vision

The Cause of Keratoconus

Keratoconus develops when protein fibers in the eye begin to weaken. This results in the cornea losing its shape. One cause of this weakness to take place may be caused by free radicals in the eyes. Patients with keratoconus do not produce enough antioxidants that are built to fight these free radicals off. The weakness in the eye may also be a result of constant eye rubbing. It can also be genetically related.

How We Can Treat Keratoconus 

Treatment depends on the type of keratoconus you have. Our optometrist can treat keratoconus by utilizing several options, including:

• Scleral lens
• Small RGP lenses
• Hybrid lenses
• Custom soft lenses
• Standard soft lenses
• Standard eyeglasses

Contact Us for Treatment from Our Eye Doctor in Columbia, SC

To schedule an appointment with our optometrist here at Dr. Dorothy Park & Associates, give us a call today. We can help you find the right eye care you need to maintain healthy vision. If you think you are suffering from keratoconus and live in or around the Columbia area, contact us today to see how our optometry staff can help.