UK Keratoconus Self-Help and Support Association

Hi all
Not postedmuch for a long time but have been following things regularly.

Just need a bit of advice really. My son (Phillip) was diagnosed June last year with KC in his left eye. Refuses to wear contact lens as says he can see OK and cant be bothered with it. Contact lens fitter says thats OK at the moment. The problem at the moment is that he says that he has white spots in his vision even when the eye is closed. Is this something that I should be going back to the hospital with or is it somethings that will go away on its on? Also he has no pain with it.

Regards

Eileen

White spots are sometimes fairly common sometimes, known as 'floaters'. Floaters don't usually pose any problems, but I would reccommend going to see an opthalmologist at an opticiians or hospital- I would get it checked to be on the safe side.

Hi Eileen,

I know how stubborn teenagers can be! A while since I was one, but my wife will insist I still behave like one

I know some people on occasions see 'starbursts' flashing white lights. Not usually a concern unless it apears as a huge shower.

Bottom line is, if you are concerned which is natural for any mother it is always best to get these things checked out for peace of mind.