The reaction to the news that one is suffering from keratoconus is variable; depending upon the knowledge the patient has regarding the disease.
Fear is generally a result of lack of knowledge about the disease and the impression that we can’t control the outcome of the disease. Therefore, it’s important to learn as much about the disease as you can, ask questions from your treating doctor and also discuss with other patients suffering from keratoconus to get an idea of the disease and its outcomes.
Journeying Through Keratoconus
First and the most important step to take once you’re diagnosed with any disease is to accept the fact that you have acquired it! Running away from the disease or denial of the fact can lead to a disaster, both physically and psychologically.
Remember, you’re the one who controls your life, not keratoconus!
If you’re suffering from keratoconus, certain steps can be performed to live a better and stable life:
- Accepting that you’ve acquired the disease and now you have to manage it in best possible way
- Get knowledge and information about the disease, specially in your case and discuss in detail with your doctor
- Keep in touch with the expert eye specialist and follow his advice
- Discuss openly with your friends and family about the disease and its limitations, so that they understand your condition better
- Talk to other keratoconus patients, share your experience and learn from theirs. This is both rewarding and reassuring while giving you better ideas and management options usually
Remember, if you’re diagnosed with keratoconus, don’t hesitate to discuss in detail with your doctor and ask as many questions as you want to understand the disease so that you can manage and live with it better!