How is retinal detachment treated?
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Dr. Manvi P. Maker of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:Treatment for retinal detachment depends on the causes and the type of retinal detachment. Watch this video to learn more from Dr. Manvi Maker about how retinal detachment is treated.
Treatment for retinal detachment depends on the causes and the type of retinal detachment. Watch this video to learn more from Dr. Manvi Maker about how retinal detachment is treated. More -
Healthwise answered:Retinal detachment requires care right away. Without treatment, vision loss can progress from minor to severe or even to blindness within a few hours or days.
Only surgery can repair retinal detachment. It is usually successful and, in many cases, restores good vision.
Retinal detachment requires care right away. Without treatment, vision loss can progress from minor to severe or even to blindness within a few hours or days. Only surgery can repair retinal detachment. It is usually successful and, in many cases,... More -
National Athletic Trainers’ Association answered:If you suspect you have a detached retina, you must immediately see an eye doctor to determine if surgery is required. If surgery isn’t necessary, then treatment involves rest with patches covering both eyes.
(This answer provided for NATA by the Georgia College & State University Athletic Training Education Program.)If you suspect you have a detached retina, you must immediately see an eye doctor to determine if surgery is required. If surgery isn’t necessary, then treatment involves rest with patches covering both eyes. (This answer provided for... More
