Is keratoconus pathological myopia?

Keratoconus results in visual impairment by inducing myopia and astigmatism and decreases the quality of life of the affected individuals. One third of the diagnosed keratoconus cases in the current study had high myopia but with low astigmatism.

What is another name for keratoconus?

Keratoconus
Other names	KC, KCN, conical cornea
The “cone shaped cornea” that is characteristic of keratoconus
Pronunciation	KEHR-uh- toh-KOH-nus
Specialty	Ophthalmology, optometry

Is keratoconus pathological?

Keratoconus can show the following pathologic findings; fragmentation of Bowman’s layer, thinning of stroma and overlying epithelium, folds or breaks in Descemet’s membrane, and variable amounts of diffuse corneal scarring.

What is similar to keratoconus?

There are a variety of conditions that can resemble keratoconus including abnormal thinning and steepening of the outer (peripheral) edges of the cornea (pellucid marginal degeneration); thinning of the cornea and an abnormal globe-shaped (globular) or spherical form to the cornea (keratoglobus); chronic non-ulcerative …

Is Keratoconus a disease or disorder?

Keratoconus is an eye disease that affects the structure of the cornea, resulting in loss of vision. Keratoconus occurs in approximately one in 2,000 individuals, typically beginning in puberty and progressing into the mid-30s.

What is pathological myopia and how is it treated?

Myopia is a very common focusing problem, and for most people it can easily be corrected using glasses or contact lenses, making vision clear and crisp. Most people with myopia have healthy eyes. Pathological myopia is different from simply being short sighted.

Can a person with high myopia develop other eye conditions?

However, not everyone with myopia above -6.00D will develop other eye conditions, and for most people their eyes will be healthy. If you’ve been diagnosed with pathological or degenerative myopia, you have very high myopia and your eye also shows degenerative changes affecting the back of the eye (the retina).

What is the difference between mild and moderate myopia?

Mild myopia includes powers up to -3.00 dioptres (D). Moderate myopia, values of -3.00D to -6.00D. High myopia is usually myopia over -6.00D. Most people with myopia of less than -6.00D don’t develop any further problems.

Do I need to tell the DVLA If I have myopia?

If you have pathological myopia or an eye condition caused by high myopia, you may have sight problems which cannot be corrected with glasses or contact lenses. If this is the case, you are required by law to tell the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) if the changes are affecting both your eyes.