Retina Disease
Protecting the Most Delicate Part of Your Vision
Retinal diseases affect the light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye and can lead to serious vision loss if untreated. Early diagnosis and precise intervention are critical to preserving sight.
What Is Retina Disease?
The retina is the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye that converts light into signals sent to the brain. Any damage to the retina can significantly affect central or peripheral vision.
Retinal diseases may develop due to diabetes, high blood pressure, aging, injury, or premature birth.
Early detection plays a crucial role in preventing permanent vision loss.
Diabetes
High blood sugar damages retinal blood vessels.
High Blood Pressure
Affects retinal circulation.
Aging
Increases risk of macular and retinal disorders.
Eye Injury
Can cause retinal tears or detachment.
Premature Birth
Risk factor for Retinopathy of Prematurity.
Types of Retina Disease
Diabetic Retinopathy
Damage to retinal blood vessels caused by long-term diabetes.
Macular Hole
A small break in the macula causing blurred central vision.
Hypertensive Retinopathy
Retinal damage due to uncontrolled high blood pressure.
Macular Edema
Swelling in the macula due to fluid leakage.
Retinal Detachment
The retina separates from the back of the eye — a medical emergency.
Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
Abnormal retinal vessel development in premature infants.
Symptoms of Retina Disease
- Sudden blurred or distorted vision
- Floaters or dark spots
- Flashes of light
- Loss of central vision
- Loss of peripheral vision
- Straight lines appearing wavy
- Sudden shadow or curtain over vision
Causes of Retina Disease
- Diabetes
- High blood pressure
- Aging
- Eye trauma
- Genetic factors
- Inflammatory conditions
- Premature birth
- Retinal tears
Early Management (Non-Surgical)
Early detection and timely intervention help prevent severe complications.
Blood Sugar & BP Control
Strict management slows progression.
Regular Retina Screening
Essential for diabetic and high-risk patients.
Intravitreal Injections
Used for macular edema and diabetic retinopathy.
Laser Treatment
Prevents further leakage and vessel damage.
Retina Disease Treatment Overview
Diagnostic Evaluation
- Fundus examination
- OCT scan
- Fundus photography
- Fluorescein angiography
Medical & Laser Treatment
- Anti-VEGF injections
- Steroid injections
- Laser photocoagulation
Surgical Treatment
- Vitrectomy surgery
- Retinal detachment repair
- Macular hole surgery
