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Retinal detachment is the separation of the retina from the underlying layer of blood vessels When the retina detaches, it separates from part of its blood supply, preventing it from working properly Unless the retina is reattached, it may be permanently damaged
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The Retina Detachment may begin in a small area, usually as the result of a retinal tear
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trauma advanced diabetes inflammatory disorder Hereditary it often occurs spontaneously, as a result of changes in the jelly-like vitreous that fills the vitreous cavity of your eye
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retinal detachment is painless People tend to see small floating objects or flashes of bright light that last less than a second Loss of peripheral vision typically begins first vision rapidly deteriorates and everything becomes blurred
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laser surgery › Laser surgery seals holes in the retina Freezing Therapy › Freezing therapy causes a scar to form, which holds the retina in place.
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