Welcome to Cornea News!
This chronicles my journey from diagnosis to one year post-surgery of a DALK corneal transplant due to keratoconus. In addition to a diary and updates, it also provides links to other resources and categories like keratoconus technology and recovery tips, aiming to inform and support individuals going through similar experiences
Allergies and Some Discomfort, But Overall Strongly Positive!
Okay, so I have my next follow up visit in 10 days, but thought I’d post a quick update with a few observations. First, overall things are great. I am…
Outstanding 1 Month Visit – Corneal Transplant Follow Up
I had my one month (and a week) visit to Doctor Holland today and all went very well. He said my transplant was healing better than most, and my vision…
Changes in Focus – DALK Corneal Transplant Update
I really never realized how much discomfort that my Keratoconus caused me – especially when it came to daily activities, routines, etc. I am thrilled with the way things are…
Cornea Day in San Diego – DALK Practice Expansion Recommended
I saw on the web today that Cornea Day in San Diego happened yesterday. Edward J. Holland, MD and W. Barry Lee, MD did a panel on surgical techniques. Dr….
Keratoconus Contact Lens Archeology
Check out all the contact lenses I’ve tried in my journey with keratoconus. This is probably 1/3 the actual count.
Corneal Transplant – 2nd Follow Up with Dr. Holland
It’s now been 8 days since the surgery. I worked half a day and went, with Heather, to Edgewood to see Dr. Holland for my “1 week” follow up appointment. …