Keratoconus ; Success with new disposable Toric Soft Lenses
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> I was diagnosed some time back with Keratoconus (or some condition
> with the same effect on the cornea) in my left eye. I had a
> topological scan done that confirmed the cornea was severely
> distorted.
> In the past, I had no luck with soft toric contact lenses (very poor
> correction of vision). I had tried gas permeable lenses but they were
> extremely uncomfortable.
> Recently, I decided to give soft lenses another try. I have had
> extremely good luck with a disposable (replace once every 3 months)
> toric lense from Coopervision. It gives me 20/20 correction in the
> bad eye and is very comfortable.
> As this has been a godsend for me I thought I would post the
> information; apparently these lenses don't work as well in more
> advanced Keratoconus cases but if you haven't tried soft lenses in a
> few years you may find that the newer products perform much better.
> has anyone else with Keratoconus had luck with this brand?
> Andy
Congrats! That's great!
Which Coopervision lens works for you, Andy? They make 4 totally
different kinds of toric lenses. (Frequency, Preference, Cooper,
Hydrasoft)
--LB
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Larry Bickford, OD
Doctor of Optometry, Family Practice Eye Health and Vision Care
The EyeCare Connection
http://www.EyeCareContacts.com
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