Detached Retina and The Treatment Required

A Detached Retina is when your retina becomes detached from its normal position at the back of the eye. The retina is the part of the eye that sends visual images to the brain. This is done through the optic nerve. If you have a detatched retina your vision will become blurred. This is a serious problem and if treatment is not received you could end up blind.

If you develop retina detachment it is vital that you seek medical advice immediately. The retina will normally lie firmly against the back wall of the eye ball and can be compared to the film of a camera. The retina contains millions of light sensitive cells that receive images, develop them instantly, and send them to the brain where they can be seen. If any part of the retina becomes dislodged it considered to be a detatched retina and you will suffer from some loss of vision.

Retina Detachment Symptoms

Although this problem can occur at any age it is most common in later life. If you suffer from nearsightedness, have had cataract surgery, severe trauma, glaucoma, or there is a family history, it is important that you keep watch for any detached retina symptoms. These symptoms can include floaters or a grey curtain moving across your line of vision.

Detached retina symptoms are treated quite seriously and if diagnosed with tears you will need to undergo laser surgery or cryotherapy. This procedure helps to seal the retina back into position. Detached retina surgery causes very little discomfort and some procedures can be performed in your ophthalmologist’s office.

If your detached retina symptoms are more serious than tears, detached retina surgery will probably be required. Detached retina surgery is used to return the retina to its correct position and there are several different methods of detached retina surgery that can be used.

After a retina surgery you may have some discomfort. Any necessary medications will be prescribed by your ophthalmologist. You will also be required to wear an eye patch for a short time after your detached retina surgery and a change of glasses may also be needed.

You vision can take some time to improve and full vision recovery is not guaranteed. If you suffer from any detached retina symptoms it is vital you get them checked immediately. Early diagnosis and treatment provides for better vision recovery.

 
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