Tag: Retina Surgery
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What Can You Do About Floaters and Flashes in the Eye?
Flashes and floaters that a person sees may be harmless, or in some cases, they may be symptoms of a more serious problem. A sudden increase in flashes of light or floaters may signal a retinal tear or detachment . “Although very common, sudden onset of flashes and floaters should prompt a thorough …
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Austin Retina Associates’ Patient Warns Others Not To Ignore Changes in Vision
Over the past year, medical providers have reported an increase in delayed medical care due to pandemic-related fear. Ignoring symptoms and postponing appointments has resulted in serious health concerns for many patients. Anna Stehle, a behavioural unit teacher, almost lost her eyesight after …
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How Retinal Conditions Are Treated
Measuring between 30mm and 40mm in diameter and half a millimeter in thickness, the delicate structure of the retina belies its complexity. In spite of its diminutive size, the retina is a complex instrument comprising 200 million photoreceptive neurons. These neurons transmit light signals that we …
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Common Symptoms of a Detached Retina
Are you noticing more “floaters,” or cobweb-like specks in your field of vision? Are you seeing flashes of light? These are a few symptoms of a retinal detachment, and it is a medical emergency . If not promptly treated, retinal detachment can cause permanent vision loss. If you’re having any …
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Is It Safe to Do Retina Operations at an Old Age?
The retina is a layer of cells located at the back of the eyeball. These cells are light-sensitive and trigger nerve impulses that pass through the optic nerve and into the brain. From there, a visual image is formed. If something happens to one or both of your retinas, like a tear or detachment, …
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