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Ready to deep-dive into the world of adolescent keratoconus? 👀 Episode 15 of OftalmoGPS brings you “Adolescent Keratoconus: A Race Against Time in Teens!”, featuring internationally-renowned pediatric ophthalmologist Dr. Ken Nischal from UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh (USA). 🇺🇸🔔 Subscribe to the channel now: https://www.youtube.com/@OftalmoGPS?sub_confirmation=1 and never miss an episode!Keratoconus often strikes during the teenage years—when the cornea is still developing—making early diagnosis and intervention crucial for protecting vision at this critical stage of life. Symptoms can include rapid changes in prescription, blurring, distorted vision, and increased sensitivity to light, but they’re often mistaken for “normal” refractive shifts.This episode covers the science behind keratoconus progression, why eye rubbing and allergies matter (so much!), and the latest breakthrough treatments, including corneal cross-linking—designed to halt the disease in its tracks and prevent permanent damage. 🛑👓 We’ll explore innovative diagnostic approaches, custom contact lens options, and what teenagers, parents, and clinicians MUST know to stay one step ahead of this stealthy eye condition.If you want expert, actionable insights on pediatric keratoconus—from screening to advanced therapy—don’t miss this interactive discussion. Tap to view, share your questions, and join the mission to protect young eyes for life! 🌎💬 Don't forget:👉 Subscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/@OftalmoGPS?sub_confirmation=1👉 Follow us on social media:https://spoftalmologia.pt/https://www.facebook.com/spoftalmologia/?locale=pt_PThttps://www.linkedin.com/company/sociedade-portuguesa-de-oftalmologia/posts/https://www.instagram.com/spoftalmologia/#oftalmogps #Keratoconus #TeenVision #ceratocone #spo #oftalmologia #ophthalmology #cornea 🛑🚦

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