UK Keratoconus Self-Help and Support Association

Sorry to hear that you had such a negative experience. I suppose you didn't get a chance to ask about the pros and cons of an eye patch? Glad you're not letting the medic's attitude get to you! At least there's people here who know what it's like so you're not alone. All the best for the next few m...

Well I would describe my appointment with the cornea dr as a none event. I learnt more from this site! Anyway he looked into my eye for a few seconds and said ''its still full of water''. He then told me, showing zero emotion or indeed empathy, that it should go away in about three months. He then t...

Thanks for your reply. Pretty scary at first but i am adjusting. I will let you know how i get on. x

I have had keratoconus for twenty two years and Ive just turned 55. In that time I have got away with wearing RGP. I attend my local NHS hospital every six months. My main problem has always been lens discomfort, mucus secretions and light sensitivity. I have been told I have unusually pointed corne...

Hello All, Just joined looking for help! I have had KC since 1995 and wear RGP lenses with glasses for reading. On the whole its stable and i get by and see [ ! ] the eye clinic every six months. The problem i have had for years is mucus discharge which constantly interfers with my lenses/ vision. I...