Accurate Diagnosis and Corneal Cross-Linking Surgery

To halt the progression of keratoconus and preserve visual strength and corneal stability.

What is Keratoconus ?

Keratoconus is a condition that affects the cornea, causing it to become thin and take on a cone-like shape instead of its normal spherical curvature. This leads to :

• Blurred vision

• Increasing astigmatism

• Heightened light sensitivity

• Difficulty using glasses over time

Symptoms usually appear during adolescence or early twenties and progress gradually.

What causes Keratoconus ?

• Genetic factors

• Chronic eye rubbing

• Long-standing allergic eye diseases

• Connective tissue disorders affecting corneal collagen

How is Keratoconus diagnosed ?

We perform precise examinations that include :

• Corneal topography – to create a 3D map of the corneal shape

• Pachymetry – to measure corneal thickness

• Aberrometry – to analyze visual distortions

• Corneal tomography – for accurate early-stage detection

Why choose Dr. Tawfic Swaid’s Clinic ?

• Comprehensive treatment options for every stage of the disease

• Extensive expertise in managing keratoconus patients

• Continuous care and long-term follow-up

• Accurate diagnosis using advanced equipment

When should you visit the doctor ?

If you notice :

• Rapid changes in your eyeglass prescription

• Worsening vision despite lens changes

• Blurred or double vision

• Extreme light sensitivity

Don’t wait — early diagnosis is the key to protecting your vision.