UK Keratoconus Self-Help and Support Association

Thanks so much for the advice I really appreciate it

Vikki

Hi again - I forgot to add that the list of KC opticians here on the site is extremely useful and mentions opticians that are not too far from Epsom, so if noone knows of any nearer he can always try one of these.

Thanks again

Vikki

Hi everyone, my brother has also now been diagnosed with keratoconus and his current optician says they can no longer treat him. He lives in Epsom in Surrey and so I just wondered if anyone knew of any opticians near this area that he could visit instead? Failing that is there an easy way to locate ...

Thanks Helen, I really appreciate that.

And Andrew, you're absolutely right it's a very small world... but I wouldn't want to paint it!

Vikki

Thanks Andrew.

I'm based in London but if I ever go to Newcastle I'll say hi to them!

All the best

Vikki

Thank you so much for all your comments (and Susan for being so kind on the phone). The information you've given me is fantastic and I'm so grateful for your support. When you're new to all of this, as I am, it's hard to know where to start and the amount to get your head round is immense. Having th...

Hi everyone, I’m writing again as your responses were so helpful last time but I’m in need of advice again. I currently have RGP lenses which I’m unable to tolerate as they’re simply too painful. My vision with my glasses, however, is not great and most days I have problems seeing properly. I return...

Thank you so much for your comments, I really appreciate you taking the time to reply. I've contacted Moorfields to ask for an appointment to discuss different lens options and now based on your suggestions I feel much better informed.

Thanks again!

Vikki

Hi everyone, I was diagnosed with keratoconus about a year and a half ago, but have only recently joined this forum. Reading the experiences of everyone else has been immensely comforting, and I've gained a lot of support from knowing that I'm not alone and that there are ways to cope with this cond...