Retinal detachment (RD) occurs when the thin layer of tissue, known as the retina, containing photoreceptors, in the back of the eye pulls away from its normal position. Retinal detachment is an ocular emergency as the longer the retina remains detached, the higher are the risks of losing vision permanently. Indicators of RD include an…
Read MoreRETINITIS PIGMENTOSA Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP) is a hereditary condition that affects the retina (the light-sensitive layer of tissue in the back of the eye). RP causes the retinal cells to gradually deteriorate over time, resulting in visual loss. Unfortunately, RP has no treatment options. However, people with RP can make the most of their vision…
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