(H18.6) Keratoconus
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Diagnosis keratoconus is diagnosed Men are 3.32% more likely than Women
Men receive the diagnosis keratoconus
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis keratoconus
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease keratoconus - Men aged 70-74 and Women aged 75-79
Disease Features keratoconus
Keratoconus - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - keratoconus
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Keratoconus - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease keratoconus
Decreased vision
(Impaired vision, Blurred vision, Diminished vision, Reduced vision, Fuzzy vision, Clouded vision, Hazy vision, Poor vision, Weak vision, Low vision)
Decreased vision is a symptom of many underlying conditions. It can range from mild blurring of vision to complete loss of sight. It can develop gradually or suddenly, and may be accompanied by pain, headaches, or double vision. Depending on the underlying cause, it can be partial or complete, affec...
Lacrimation
(Watering eyes, Tearing eyes, Teary eyes, Excessive tearing, Eye watering, Crying eyes, Shedding tears, Lachrymation, Overflowing tears, Watery eyes)
Lacrimation is the excessive production of tears, either from the eyes or from the nose. It can be caused by a variety of conditions, such as allergies, infections, or irritants. Symptoms typically start with stinging, burning, and itching of the eyes, followed by excessive tearing. Redness and swel...
Eye inflammation
(Eye irritation, Red eyes, Swollen eyes, Itchy eyes, Teary eyes, Watery eyes, Sore eyes, Grainy eyes, Burning eyes, Dry eyes, Painful eyes, Inflammation of the eyes)
Eye inflammation is an inflammation or infection of the eye, which can cause redness, itching, swelling, pain, and discharge. It can develop over time due to allergies, bacterial or viral infections, or environmental irritants. Symptoms can range from mild to severe and may include blurry vision, ex...
Double vision
(Blurred vision, Diplopia, Halos, Optic neuritis, Ocular migraine, Strabismus, Visual disturbances, Ocular palsy, Ocular myasthenia, Retinal detachment, Convergence insufficiency)
Double vision is a condition in which two images of a single object are seen. It can be caused by a variety of conditions, including muscle imbalance, refractive errors, and neurological disorders. Symptoms can range from mild to severe and may include headaches, dizziness, and difficulty focusing. ...
Itching
(Irritation, Scratching, Tickling, Crawling, Burning, Prickling, Tingling, Stabbing, Throbbing)
Itching is a common symptom that can range from mild to severe. It typically presents as an uncomfortable sensation that compels the affected person to scratch the affected area. Itching can develop gradually or suddenly and can be localized or generalized. It can be caused by a variety of condition...
Visual impairment
(Vision loss, Blindness, Low vision, Partial sight, Visual deficit, Visual impairment, Vision impairment, Blurry vision, Eye problem, Vision problem)
Visual impairment is a decrease in the ability to see, either partial or complete. It can develop gradually or suddenly, and can be caused by a variety of conditions, such as cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy. Symptoms can include blurry vision, difficulty seeing in...
Eye pain
(Ocular pain, Eye ache, Eye discomfort, Eye irritation, Eye strain, Ocular discomfort, Eye tenderness, Eye sensitivity, Eye pressure, Sore eyes, Eye soreness)
Eye pain is an uncomfortable sensation in and around the eyes, ranging from mild to severe. It may be sharp, dull, or burning and can be accompanied by other symptoms such as redness, tearing, and sensitivity to light. It may develop suddenly or gradually and can be caused by a variety of factors, s...