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Retinal DetachmentCharissa McKenzie
Description
Retinal detachment is the separation of the retina from the underlying layer of blood vessels
When the retina detaches, it separates from part of its blood supply, preventing it from working properly
Unless the retina is reattached, it may be permanently damaged
Part that is affected
The Retina Detachment may begin in a small area,
usually as the result of a retinal tear
Causes
trauma advanced diabetes inflammatory disorder Hereditary it often occurs spontaneously, as a
result of changes in the jelly-like vitreous that fills the vitreous cavity of your eye
Symptoms retinal detachment is painless People tend to see small floating
objects or flashes of bright light that last less than a second
Loss of peripheral vision typically begins first
vision rapidly deteriorates and everything becomes blurred
Treatment
laser surgery › Laser surgery seals holes in the retina
Freezing Therapy› Freezing therapy causes a scar to form,
which holds the retina in place.