UK Keratoconus Self Help and Support Group

"Keratoconus (KC) is a condition of the eye meaning conical conea. It is a rare condition. Numbers affected vary between 1 in 3,000 and 1 in 10,000 depending on where they live. It usually affects both eyes, although one eye is normally affected before the other.
KERATOCONUS literally means 'conical or cone-shaped cornea' and it is a condition that affects vision.
Good vision may be difficult to maintain at times as the condition progresses and contact lens tolerance varies. The first line of treatment is usually with rigid contact lenses although some people with early keratoconus may be able to wear spectacles or soft contact lenses."