This is a systemic viral infection that begins in the first week of life. This manifests with fever, subnormal temperature, cyanosis, hepatosplenomegaly, kidney and adrenal involvement besides the herpetic skin lesions .
Generally for both eyes, the initial exam and scheduled follow-up fitting appointments for Ortho-k ranges from $900 to over $2,000 depending upon the cost components previously mentioned. Many eye care practitioners offer optional payment plans such as CareCredit.
Since I don't have health insurance, he suggested that I try orthotics for now until I somehow come into enough money for surgery. His estimated price for a custom orthotic is about $400, which is a hell of a lot for me (I'm a waitress). I already paid him $200 for two visits, one cortistone shot, and the x-rays, plus I just went to the endocrinologist (good news there: no hyperthyroidism) and paid $600 for a crown for a tooth.