Glossary

Keratoconus

An eye condition that results in the progressive deterioration of the cornea. Symptoms include blurred vision that is not corrected with glasses. Depending on the stage and progression of the disease, treatments range from eye drops to surgery. The cause of keratoconus is not fully known, but has been linked to certain genes and environmental factors.

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