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Understanding The Cornea

The cornea is the transparent, outermost layer of the eye. It is responsible for focusing the light and protecting deeper structures. Problems in the cornea can lead to pain, redness, blurred vision, and even blindness if left untreated. A healthy cornea is essential for clear vision, but various factors like trauma, infection, degenerative diseases, and age-related changes can affect its functioning.


At Sohana Eye Hospital, we offer comprehensive diagnosis and latest treatments for a wide range of corneal conditions. Our expert doctors, latest technology, and personalized care ensure that your vision is in the best hands.

SYMPTOMS OF CORNEAL DISEASES

  • Distorted or hazy vision
  • Eye pain or discomfort
  • Redness in the eyes
  • Sensitivity to light (photophobia)
  • Excessive tearing or watering
  • Foreign body sensation
  • Swelling or cloudiness
  • Gritty sensation
  • Decreased vision or vision loss
  • Yellow or greenish discharge from eyes

CORNEAL DISEASES WE TREAT

  • Keratoconus
  • Corneal Dystrophies
  • Corneal Endothelial Dysfunction
  • Corneal Ulcers
  • Pterygium
  • Dry Eyes Disease
  • Keratitis
  • Bullous Keratopathy
  • Corneal Scarring
  • Chemical or Thermal Burns

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Cornea Treatments We Provide

Keratoconus Treatment

Keratoconus is an eye condition where the cornea becomes thin and weak. Over time, it starts to bulge outward into a cone-like shape. This causes blurry, distorted or poor vision that glasses or regular contact lenses fail to correct. Our treatment options for Keratoconus:

  • Glasses/Soft Contact Lenses: In the early stages of keratoconus, glasses or soft contact lenses can help correct mild vision problems.
    • Rose K: These are specially designed contact lenses that offer superior vision correction for keratoconus.
    • Rigid gas permeable lens (RGP): These are hard contact lenses that allow oxygen to pass through to the eye, and provide sharper vision than soft contact lenses.
    • Scleral Lenses: these are large-diameter contact lenses that provide comfort and clear vision for irregular corneas.
  • CAIRS Surgery: It is an advanced corneal implant technique to restore vision in keratoconus patients.
  • C3R or Corneal Cross-Linking (CXL): This treatment uses UV light and riboflavin to strengthen the cornea. It helps stop the condition from getting worse and avoids the need for a corneal transplant.
  • Intracorneal Ring Segments (INTACS): In case your corneal shape needs correction, our specialists implant small, clear rings in your cornea to flatten it and improve your vision.
  • Corneal Transplant (DALK/DSAEK): For severe keratoconus, a corneal transplant may be necessary. DALK replaces the outer layers of the cornea, while DSAEK only replaces the damaged inner layers.
Healthy Cornea and Keratoconus Cornea

Corneal Dystrophies Treatment

These are a group of rare, inherited eye conditions that affect the cornea—the clear, front surface of your eye. Over time, abnormal material builds up in the cornea, which can lead to vision problems or discomfort.

Non-Surgical Treatments: For corneal dystrophies, we often use non-surgical treatments such as eye drops, ointments, medications, and bandage contact lenses to manage symptoms and help slow the progression of the condition.

Surgical Treatments: If the dystrophy progresses and significantly affects your vision, surgery might be necessary. Some common procedures we do at Sohana Eye Hospital are:

  • Phototherapeutic Keratectomy (PTK): A laser procedure to remove abnormal tissue from the cornea.
  • Cornea Transplant: In severe cases, a corneal transplant may be required. We, at Sohana Eye Hospital, perform procedures like Penetrating Keratoplasty (PKP) in case the entire cornea is damaged and DSAEK or DMEK for conditions like Fuchs’ dystrophy, where only the inner endothelial layer is affected. DSAEK and DMEK replace the damaged layer only, thus ensuring faster recovery and less trauma to the eye.
Corneal Dystrophies Treatment

Corneal Ulcers Treatment

A corneal ulcer is an open sore that forms on the cornea of the eye. It is a serious eye condition that can cause significant discomfort. If left untreated, it may result in vision loss or even blindness.

How we treat Corneal Ulcers?

  • Antibiotics, Antifungals, or Antivirals: If the ulcer is caused by an infection, we will give you eye drops or ointments to treat the infection.
  • Steroid Eye Drops: Sometimes, steroid drops are used to reduce swelling and prevent scarring.
  • Pain Relief: We may recommend pain relievers or numbing eye drops to help with any discomfort.
  • Protective Measures: If the ulcer is caused by an injury or something stuck in the eye, we might suggest wearing an eye patch or special contact lens to protect your cornea while it heals.
  • Surgery: In more serious cases, where the ulcer causes scarring or there’s a risk of the cornea perforating, surgery might be needed.
Corneal Ulcers Treatment

Keratitis Treatment:

Keratitis is an inflammation of the cornea, the clear front part of the eye. It can be caused by infections, injuries, or other factors like dry eyes or wearing contact lenses for a long time.

How we treat Keratitis?

  • Bacterial Keratitis: Caused by bacteria. Treated with antibiotic eye drops or ointments.
  • Viral Keratitis: Often caused by the herpes virus. Antiviral eye drops or medications are used.
  • Fungal Keratitis: Caused by fungi. Treated with antifungal eye drops or medications.
  • Acanthamoeba Keratitis: Caused by a parasite, often linked to improper contact lens use. Treated with special antiseptic eye drops.
  • Non-Infectious Keratitis: Caused by dry eyes, injury, or irritation. Treated with artificial tears, ointments, or steroid drops.
Keratitis Treatment

Keratitis Treatment:

Keratitis is an inflammation of the cornea, the clear front part of the eye. It can be caused by infections, injuries, or other factors like dry eyes or wearing contact lenses for a long time.

How we treat Keratitis?

  • Bacterial Keratitis: Caused by bacteria. Treated with antibiotic eye drops or ointments.
  • Viral Keratitis: Often caused by the herpes virus. Antiviral eye drops or medications are used.
  • Fungal Keratitis: Caused by fungi. Treated with antifungal eye drops or medications.
  • Acanthamoeba Keratitis: Caused by a parasite, often linked to improper contact lens use. Treated with special antiseptic eye drops.
  • Non-Infectious Keratitis: Caused by dry eyes, injury, or irritation. Treated with artificial tears, ointments, or steroid drops.

Pterygium Treatment

Pterygium is a condition where a pinkish, fleshy growth forms on the white part of your eye (the conjunctiva). Sometimes, it can also grow onto the cornea. Pterygium is not cancerous; however, it can block your vision if it gets too big. This condition is often linked to spending a lot of time outdoors without proper eye protection.

How do we treat Pterygium?

  • If the pterygium is small and not causing any issues, you might not need any treatment. To prevent it from getting worse, we recommend using lubricating eye drops and wearing sunglasses to block UV rays.
  • If the pterygium gets red or swollen, we prescribe anti-inflammatory drops or steroid eye drops to reduce the swelling or discomfort.
  • If the pterygium is growing and blocking your vision, surgery is the option.
Pterygium Treatment

Corneal Transplant (Keratoplasty)

In cases where the cornea is severely damaged, corneal transplantation is the best option to restore your vision. We offer different types of corneal transplant procedures:

How do we treat Corneal Transplant?

  • Penetrating Keratoplasty (PK): This procedure replaces the full thickness of the cornea with a donor cornea and is typically used for severe scarring or damage.
  • Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (DALK): This is a partial corneal transplant that replaces only the outer layers. It is generally used for conditions like keratoconus.
  • Descemet’s Stripping Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSEK): It is a minimally-invasive procedure where only the inner endothelial layer of the cornea is replaced.
  • Descemet Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty (DMEK): It is a more advanced form of DSEK that replaces only the endothelial and Descemet membrane layers. It ensures faster recovery and better visual outcomes.
Corneal Transplant (Keratoplasty)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How are corneal diseases diagnosed?

Answer: Corneal issues are diagnosed using tests like slit-lamp examination, corneal topography (mapping the shape of the cornea), and pachymetry (measuring the corneal thickness).
Answer: Treatments for corneal problems include medicated eye drops, antibiotics, lubricating artificial tears, laser procedures, or specialized contact lenses. In severe cases, corneal transplantation or corneal cross-linking (CXL) may also be recommended.
Answer: Not every corneal disease can be prevented. You can, however, reduce the risk by protecting your eyes from injury, maintaining proper hygiene with contact lenses, using sunglasses to block UV rays, and managing dry eye or allergies with regular eye check-ups.
Answer: Yes, certain corneal infections, like bacterial or viral keratitis, can be contagious if caused by herpes simplex virus or adenovirus. Therefore, practicing good hygiene is important. One must avoid sharing towels, touching the eyes with dirty hands to prevent spreading infections.
Answer: Recovery from a surgery or any other procedure depends on the condition and treatment type. Recovering from minor treatments like superficial keratectomy may take a few days to a week. However, more intensive surgeries, such as corneal transplants, may take a few months for full recovery. Your eye doctor will give you specific guidelines based on your procedure.

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