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
New – DALK Transplant Chronology
Quick post to let you know that I just made a new page which covers the chronology from my first Dr. appt to one year after the surgery. Same posts,…
DALK Transplant – One Year On
March 9th is the anniversary of my DALK transplant in my left eye, the subject of this blog. I’m posting a bit early as I have a few moments. As…
11 Month Checkup – Graft Clear, Pressure Down – “Go” for Contact Fitting
Had a good appointment with Dr. Holland today. Especially amazing was the clarity I got on the vision test. We went through the usual blur-blur-blur series as the technician flipped…
Little Things: Holiday Lights without Keratoconus Halos
My latest observation about the little things that are different since my DALK corneal transplant surgery comes this holiday season. This year, I’m seeing holiday lighting as it’s mean to…
Tip for Corneal Suture Removal Antibiotics – Saving a few bucks
When you are in recovery from corneal transplant, your doctor will begin removing sutures – a few at a time each visit (providing everything is going well.) Each time you…
Corneal Transplant Surgery – 8-month Follow Up – Steroids to Stop in 6 Weeks.
Today I went in to Cincinnati Eye Institute for my 8-month follow up with Doctor Edward Holland. The visit followed the same routine as before – corneal surface scan, vision check, pressure check,…