Living with Gelatinous droplike corneal dystrophy
A rare inherited eye condition in which milky-white nodules form on the clear front of the eye and vision becomes blurry.
Understanding Gelatinous droplike corneal dystrophy
The bumps form under the surface layer of the cornea, the clear front of the eye, and can greatly reduce vision. It is usually noticed in childhood.
Signs & symptoms
Symptoms vary from person to person. GARD lists these among the most common:
- Blurred vision
- Sensitivity to light (photophobia)
- Eye pain
- Feeling that something is in the eye
- Watery eyes
- New blood vessels growing in the cornea
Not everyone has every symptom. GARD's list comes from the Human Phenotype Ontology.
Diagnosis
- 1Talk with your doctor
Share the symptoms you've noticed, when they started and your family health history. Notes and photos can help.
- 2See a specialist
Specialists who may be involved include eye disease specialists and genetic specialists.
- 3Consider genetic testing
Changes in TACSTD2 are linked to this condition. Genetic testing and counseling can help confirm a diagnosis and explain what it means for your family.
- 4Connect with expert centers
Amyloidosis Support Groups Inc. may keep lists of experts for this condition.
Care & treatment
- Care team
- Eye disease specialists (ophthalmologists); Genetic specialists (geneticists)
- Expert care
- Expert lists: Amyloidosis Support Groups Inc.
- Treatment
- GARD doesn't list specific treatments for this condition. Your care team will tailor care to your symptoms.
- Research
- Clinical trials and observational studies may be options. See the research section below.
General information, not medical advice. Your care team makes the decisions.
Everyday life
Living with a rare condition is easier with support.
- Connect with Amyloidosis Support Groups Inc. and other patient organizations
- Keep notes on symptoms, changes and questions for appointments
- Ask about patient registries that help research
- Look into financial aid and travel resources for care visits
Quick facts
Changes in the TACSTD2 gene cause this condition. A child inherits a changed copy of the gene from each parent (autosomal recessive).
Also known as: amyloid corneal dystrophy, japanese type; corneal amyloidosis; corneal dystrophy, gelatinous drop-like; gdcd; gdld; gelatinous drop-like corneal dystrophy
Patient organizations
- Amyloidosis Support Groups Inc.Gelatinous droplike corneal dystrophy · United States
- Prevent Blindness AmericaGelatinous droplike corneal dystrophy · United States
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