Retina Care
Retina Care
Common Retinal Conditions
Diabetic Retinopathy: Damage to the blood vessels in the retina due to diabetes.
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD): Degeneration of the central part of the retina (macula) affecting central vision.
Retinal Detachment: : The retina pulls away from the back of the eye, leading to vision loss if not treated promptly.
Retinal Vein Occlusion: Blockage of the veins carrying blood away from the retina, causing vision problems.
Retinitis Pigmentosa: A group of genetic disorders causing retinal degeneration.
Macular Hole: A small break in the macula, leading to central vision loss.
Macular Edema: Swelling or thickening of the macula due to fluid accumulation.
Symptoms
Diabetic Retinopathy: Blurred vision, floaters, dark areas of vision, and vision loss.
AMD: Blurred or wavy central vision, difficulty recognizing faces, and dark spots in the center of vision.
Retinal Detachment: Sudden appearance of floaters and flashes, reduced vision, and a curtain-like shadow over the visual field.
Retinal Vein Occlusion: Sudden vision loss or blurry vision in part or all of one eye.
Retinitis Pigmentosa: Night blindness, loss of peripheral vision, and difficulty seeing in low light
Macular Hole: Blurred and distorted central vision, a dark spot in the central vision.
Macular Edema: Blurred or wavy central vision, color changes.
Treatment Options
Medications
Anti-VEGF Injections: For AMD, diabetic retinopathy, and macular edema to reduce abnormal blood vessel growth and fluid leakage.
Corticosteroids: To reduce inflammation and swelling in conditions like macular edema.
Laser Therapy
Laser Photocoagulation: For diabetic retinopathy to seal leaking blood vessels and reduce fluid buildup.
Pneumatic Retinopexy: For retinal detachment, injecting a gas bubble to reattach the retina.
Surgical Procedures
Vitrectomy: Removes vitreous gel and blood from the eye, often used for retinal detachment, macular hole, and severe diabetic retinopathy.
Scleral Buckling: A silicone band is placed around the eye to push the wall of the eye against the detached retina.
Proper retina care requires a multidisciplinary approach, involving regular monitoring, timely treatment, and lifestyle adjustments. Working closely with an ophthalmologist can help manage retinal conditions effectively and preserve vision.