Retina detachment is a medical emergency resulting in the separation of the retina from the layer underneath it, that supplies oxygen and nutrients to it. It occurs in all ages and both sexes, although it is more common in men. People who are near sighted are more prone to develop this disorder.
Causes of Retinal Detachment
Causes include: eye injury (break or tear in the retina), inherited tendency (possibly), and degenerative changes of aging. Most cases of retinal detachment are associated with a tear or a whole in the retina.
Signs and Symptoms of Retinal Detachment
Retinal detachment usually affects only one eye at a time. Rarely, both could be affected. Signs of retinal detachment include light flashes in the field of vision, floating spots in the field of vision, blurred vision and wavy visual images. There is usually loss of vision, which may be rapid if the retina detaches from the remainder of the eye. Sometimes retinal detachment may occur slowly, with gradual loss of vision. This may not be noticed because it is so gradual. Retinal detachment and loss of vision related to it are not usually associated with any pain.
advertisement
Find more information
Advertisement
Medical Content Last Updated on 07/12/2008
Disclaimer
The information contained on this site is for the sole purpose of
being informative. This information is not and should not be used or relied upon as medical
advice. Always seek the advice of your physician, nurse
Or other qualified health care provider before you undergo any treatment or
for answers to any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
If you believe you have a medical emergency, please discontinue use
of MyElectronicMD and call 911 now.
Nothing contained on or provided through the service is intended to be or is
to be used for medical diagnosis or treatment.
Your use of this site is subject to certain terms and conditions.
