What is Keratoconus?
A noninflammatory, usually bilateral cone-shaped protrusion of the cornea of the eye. It occurs most commonly in females at about the time of puberty. The cause is unknown but hereditary factors may play a role.
What do patients take to treat Keratoconus and its symptoms?
Commonly prescribed and frequently used treatments
| Treatment name | Efficacy | Overall rating of side effects | # of Evaluations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
These charts show data from Keratoconus patients' latest treatment evaluations
Who has Keratoconus at PatientsLikeMe?
- 25 patients have this condition
- 0 New patients joined this month
- 18 say Keratoconus is their primary condition
| <20 | 20-29 | 30-39 | 40-49 | 50-59 | 60-69 | 70+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Age | ||||||
| Gender | |
| 38% | Females |
|---|---|
| 63% | Males |
| Age at first symptom | # of patients | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| 0-19 yrs | 4 | |
| 20-29 yrs | 8 | |
| 30-39 yrs | 2 | |
| 40-49 yrs | 0 | |
| 50-59 yrs | 0 | |
| 60-69 yrs | 0 | |
| 70+ yrs | 0 |
These charts show data from Keratoconus patients who have completed their condition history