Health science reports · 2026
Awareness About Keratoconus and Its Relation With Eye Rubbing: A Cross-Sectional Study in Riyadh.
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Alhadlaq S Omar, Aljofan Albatool Falah, Alshutayli Haya, Alnowaiser Sara, Almokhtar Amirah M, Alreshidi Shaker O, Alnahedh Taghreed
Аннотация
BACKGROUND: Keratoconus is a progressive eye disease affecting the cornea, the clear dome- shaped structure at the front of the eye. In keratoconus, the cornea thins and bulges outward into a cone shape, leading to loss of visual acuity. The aetiology of keratoconus remains unclear, but it involves both genetic and environmental factors. Eye rubbing is a well-established risk factor for keratoconus. Previous studies in Saudi Arabia highlighted a concerning lack of awareness about keratoconus among the general population.
AIM: This study aimed to assess the awareness of keratoconus and its relationship with eye rubbing among the population in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
METHODS: A cross-sectional study was performed in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, involving 341 participants using an online pre-designed questionnaire from August to September 2024.
RESULTS: A total of 341 participants completed the questionnaire. Participant age ranged from 18 to > 60 years. More than half of the participants (n = 215; 63%) were female. Regarding the overall awareness about keratoconus, 102 participants (29.9%) demonstrated a good awareness level; the most common source of information reported was social media (20%). Notably, 276 participants (81%) reported rubbing their eyes because of allergies (8%), headache or fatigue (28%), and itching (58%).
CONCLUSION: The present study in Riyadh indicated that many participants had a poor awareness of keratoconus and its potential relationship with eye rubbing. It is essential to enhance public awareness through health education programmes.
AIM: This study aimed to assess the awareness of keratoconus and its relationship with eye rubbing among the population in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
METHODS: A cross-sectional study was performed in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, involving 341 participants using an online pre-designed questionnaire from August to September 2024.
RESULTS: A total of 341 participants completed the questionnaire. Participant age ranged from 18 to > 60 years. More than half of the participants (n = 215; 63%) were female. Regarding the overall awareness about keratoconus, 102 participants (29.9%) demonstrated a good awareness level; the most common source of information reported was social media (20%). Notably, 276 participants (81%) reported rubbing their eyes because of allergies (8%), headache or fatigue (28%), and itching (58%).
CONCLUSION: The present study in Riyadh indicated that many participants had a poor awareness of keratoconus and its potential relationship with eye rubbing. It is essential to enhance public awareness through health education programmes.