Retinal Degeneration Screening

Retinal detachment is common disease of the retina but often goes unnoticed and may affect anyone at any age. Though it has unclear symptoms at first, it develops very fast and may cause complete loss of vision.

Routine ophthalmic examination is recommended to prevent retinal detachment. This includes a retinal degeneration screening test especially for those with a high risk of retinal detachment for early detection.

WHO MAY BE AT RISK FOR RETINAL DEGENERATION?

Those with high myopia (at least 6 diopters): People with high myopia have longer eyes (axial elongation). This means the retina is more stretched and more prone to peripheral retinal tears. If not detected and treated early, this may cause retinal tear.
Those with posterior vitreous degeneration or detachment: are more likely to have early retinal tear. This is due to the emulsified (liquidized) vitreous gel has been emulsified (liquidized) and cannot fill the whole volume of the eye’s vitreous cavity and so the gel separates from the retina. As the result, it makes the remaining adhesive points of the vitreous humor with the fundus no longer stable, making the retina more susceptible to eye movement, and resulting in inevitable retinal tear and detachment in long run.
Adults aged 40+ with a habit of rubbing their eyes: As we age, the vitreous humor and retina gradually degenerates. Habits such as rubbing eyes may increase the risk of retinal tear and detachment, especially if they have existing retinal conditions

TO DECREASE THE RISK OF RETINAL DEGENERATION

Regularly wear glasses with the correct lens power to limit early retinal degeneration. Make sure to get adequate rest Include natural nutrients good for your eyes to your daily diet

If you are diagnosed with retinal degeneration, there are options for treatment

For peripheral retinal degeneration:
Mild cases of retinal degeneration require regular examination every 3 – 6 months to monitor its progression and get treatment when necessary.

In more severe cases of retinal degeneration, the thinned retina may be at risk of tearing off at any time. Laser therapy is recommended to seal and secure the retina.

For retinal tear and detachment:
In mild cases, your doctor will require immediate treatment with retinal laser photocoagulation on the same day of testing to seal the tear.

In severe cases where retinal detachment is already affecting your vision, your doctor will perform a vitrectomy surgery

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