What is Vitreomacular Traction and Why is It Important to Diagnose Correctly?

The vitreous, a material, fills the centre of the eye. This clear, gel-like substance is firmly attached to the retina and macula in the healthy, youthful eye by millions of tiny fibres. The vitreous shrinks and pulls away from the retina as the eye ages or as a result of an eye condition. Over time, […]

Lattice Degeneration or Thinning of the Retina. Do I need to worry?

Lattice degeneration is a thinning of the retina that happens over time.  Lattice degeneration affects 1 in 10 people, or about 10% of the population. Clear vision depends on a healthy retina, yet most people with this issue never experience any symptoms or visual loss. Retinal detachment from lattice degeneration is extremely uncommon. Those who […]

What is retinoschisis or splitting of the retina?

At the back of the eye is a layer of tissue called the retina. Cone and rod cells make up this structure, which processes light entering the eye through the pupil. The optic nerve carries visual impulses from the retina to the brain. When the retina separates into two layers, a disease known as retinaschisis […]

Why Retinal Detachments Need Immediate Attention.

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 […]

Can Retinitis Pigmentosa cause poor night vision?

RETINITIS 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 […]