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When the retina becomes separated from its underlying supportive tissue, it cannot function. This retinal detachment is a very serious problem, and if the retina is not reattached soon, permanent vision loss may result. Immediate treatment increases the possibility of regaining lost vision.
There is no pain associated with a retinal tear or detachment, so awareness of the symptoms and signs is a prominent factor in its
diagnosis and early treatment. These signs can occur suddenly or gradually as the retina pulls away from the supportive tissue.
RETINAL DETACHMENT
The retina is the light-sensitive layer of tissue that lines the inside of the eye and sends visual messages through the optic nerve to the brain. When the retina detaches, it is lifted or pulled from its normal position. If not promptly treated, retinal detachment can cause permanent vision loss. In some cases there may be small areas of the retina that are torn. These areas, called retinal tears or retinal breaks, can lead to retinal detachment.
RETINAL DETACHMENT
The retina is the light-sensitive layer of tissue that lines the inside of the eye and sends visual messages through the optic nerve to the brain. When the retina detaches, it is lifted or pulled from its normal position. If not promptly treated, retinal detachment can cause permanent vision loss. In some cases there may be small areas of the retina that are torn. These areas, called retinal tears or retinal breaks, can lead to retinal detachment.
Injuries to the eye or face, often sports related, are a common cause of retinal detachment. Individuals with extreme nearsightedness can also be prone to retinal detachment. These individuals have thinner retinas with longer eyeballs and the thin retina is more likely to become detached. Less common causes may be tumors, eye disease, systemic diseases such as diabetes and sickle cell. New blood vessels growing under the retina occurring in diabetic retinopathy may also push the retina away from its support network and cause detachment or tears.
Surgical reattachment of the retina isn't always successful. Success depends on the location, cause and extent of the retinal detachment as well as other factors. Additionally, reattachment doesn't guarantee normal vision. The more severe the detachment, and the longer it has been present, the less vision may be expected to return. For this reason, it is very important to see
Dr. Robinson at the first sign of trouble.
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