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Vitreoretinal diseases affect the vitreous and retina. This region, which is found at the back of the eye, is not visible. The retina serves as an extension of the brain. It creates the interior lining of each eye and consists of light-sensitive nerve endings that are photoreceptor cells known as cones and rods. Vitreous is the gel-like material that fills the area between the retina and the lens.
What Conditions Affect the Retina and Vitreous?
Many conditions can affect the retina and vitreous, including:
This diabetic eye condition often has no early warning signs. Risk increases the longer a patient has diabetes. Proper treatment can dramatically increase the chances of retaining vision.
Macular degeneration happens when the center of the retina deteriorates. It is more common in older individuals and can be prevented with a healthy lifestyle.
Retinal detachment occurs when the retina pulls away from the layer under it, disconnecting it from the blood vessels that are needed to supply nourishment and oxygen. A retinal tear can also happen when the vitreous pulls hard enough to cause a tear to form.
Retinoblastoma is a form of cancer that grows in the retina. It can occur when something goes wrong and causes a gene mutation while a baby is inside the womb.
This condition is inherited and can lead to vision impairment. Symptoms begin with decreased night vision and a loss of mid-peripheral vision. Other symptoms include slow adjustment from dark to light, blurry vision, poor separation of color, and tunnel vision.
The best way to diagnose and treat vitreoretinal diseases early is with regular dilated eye exams with your ophthalmologist. Contact Eye Michigan’s Southeast Michigan office to schedule your appointment today.
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Vision loss doesn’t always mean complete blindness. It can mean an inability to see in just one eye. This condition can be very frightening and can happen very quickly. Sudden vision loss is considered any loss of sight that occurs within a few minutes or over the course of a day or two. Many conditions can cause this problem, which is why it’s important to seek help as soon as it happens.
Common Causes of Vision Loss in One Eye
There are four common causes of vision loss in a single eye. They include:
Other Visual Problems
Blindness isn’t the only indication of a problem. Some people notice shadows, flashing lights, or floaters. If you notice increased floaters, flashing lights, or a gray shadow or curtain moving across your field of vision, this could indicate a retinal detachment. Many factors can increase your risk for this condition, including:
What to Do When You Experience Vision Loss
While some symptoms may be mild and common, vision loss should always be considered a serious problem. Seek the assistance of your Eye Michigan ophthalmologist right away if you lose vision in one or both eyes, even if it is only a partial loss. Contact our offices in Southeast Michigan to schedule an appointment for a routine or non-routine comprehensive eye exam.
If there is any indication of retinal detachment, eye trauma, or other eye emergency, go to the nearest emergency room immediately.
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Often the Labor Day holiday reminds parents that school is around the corner and an annual eye exam is needed. This should be a reminder for us adults as well. If you haven’t already, please schedule your appointment with your Eye Michigan ophthalmologist to facilitate healthy vision and avoid unnecessary vision loss.
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Serious eye symptoms are an indication that something is very wrong. Some changes in our vision can be minor, like occasional tearing up or temporary dryness in certain environmental conditions. Then there are times when the problem should not be ignored.
Eye Symptoms That Require an Ophthalmologist
How do you know when a symptom is minor and when it could be an emergency? If you experience any of the following, then you need to see an ophthalmologist as soon as possible.
What is Wrong with My Eyes?
Many things can cause serious eye symptoms. Common causes include nearsightedness, macular degeneration, glaucoma, or a detached retina. Many eye conditions do not cause pain, so make sure you don’t ignore a change in your vision just because it doesn’t hurt.
What Do I Do If I Experience Serious Eye Symptoms?
Timing is very important, so don’t delay seeking medical assistance for serious eye symptoms. If you notice any of the conditions listed above or other symptoms, please get in touch immediately to schedule an appointment with Eye Michigan or go to your nearest emergency room.
Blurry vision can happen due to a number of reasons. This common symptom is often described as a loss of sharpness. Objects and people appear out of focus or hazy. It can happen in one eye or both eyes at the same time.
Diabetic retinopathy occurs when high blood sugar damages tiny blood vessels within the retina. This condition develops over time and leads to swelling of the macula. Along with blurry vision, you may also notice floating spots or blindness. The best treatment is to avoid the problem altogether by managing diabetes and getting annual checkups.
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is the result of a refractive error. This causes objects that are far away to look blurry. This common problem is usually corrected with a pair of eyeglasses, contact lenses, or refractive surgery.
Hyperopia, or farsightedness, means objects that are close look blurry while distant objects are clear. This problem can cause additional eyestrain as the patient attempts to compensate. Hyperopia can be corrected the same way as myopia.
If both far and near objects are blurry, then you may be suffering from astigmatism. This refractive problem is usually the result of an irregular cornea and is also corrected with glasses, contacts, or surgery.
If you are experiencing blurred vision, schedule an appointment at Eye Michigan’s Southeast Michigan office. Our ophthalmologists will provide a full dilated eye exam to identify the problem and provide a solution that will help you see clearly.
LASIK surgery, or laser in-situ keratomileusis, is very common today. The procedure involves cutting across the cornea to reshape tissue to correct vision. It can be performed on patients who are nearsighted, farsighted or those with astigmatism. Is LASIK eye surgery the safest option for you?
The Risks of LASIK Surgery
Every surgical procedure comes with risks and LASIK is no different. Few patients have problems with this corrective surgery but anyone undergoing a procedure should be aware of the potential risks:
The Benefits of LASIK Surgery
If there are risks, why do so many people opt to have LASIK surgery? That’s because there are many benefits and the procedure has a very high rate of success.
Learn More About LASIK Surgery
Contact Eye Michigan’s specialized ophthalmologists today to schedule an appointment for a complete eye exam, to discuss your vision goals, and to see if LASIK is the right option for you.
Dermatochalasis, also known as droopy or baggy eyelids, involves the skin around the eyes. The condition can be congenital or develop over time. It occurs when excess skin appears along the lower or upper eyelid. The result is a saggy or baggy look around the eyes.
Dermatochalasis and the Effects of Aging
Aging can cause dermatochalasis as the connective tissue is weakened and skin loses its elasticity. Gravity weighs loose skin down, producing a hood along the upper eyelid. A weakened orbital septum and herniation of orbital fat add to the puffy appearance. Dermatochalasis can also happen after trauma, inflammation, systemic disease, or surgery.
Dermatochalasis Treatment
For mild cases, patients can use temporary transparent eyelid tape. This doesn’t fix the problem. The only way to remove the cause is through blepharoplasty, a surgical procedure that involves removing the excess skin, fat, and muscle. It can help improve the field of vision when performed on the upper eyelid but may be done on the lower eyelid for cosmetic reasons. Ancillary treatments may also be recommended, including:
Finding the Right Treatment for Dermatochalasis
The most effective way to address droopy eyelids is to talk to an ophthalmologist. A professional can provide advice and answers to help you make the best decision for your vision. Call Eye Michigan to schedule an appointment to discuss treatment options for dermatochalasis.
Central retinal artery occlusion, or CRAO, is a condition that occurs when blood traveling through the central retinal artery becomes blocked. The condition was first described in the mid-1800s. Today, we have a better understanding of what it is and how to treat it.
Central Retinal Artery Occlusion Symptoms
Patients will experience a sudden loss of vision in one eye. There is no pain, but a funduscopy can reveal the appearance of a red lesion, often referred to as a cherry red spot. The red area is surrounded by pale retina which is caused by restricted blood flow. Anyone who experiences sudden vision loss should seek medical assistance immediately to determine if central retinal artery occlusion or another eye condition is the cause.
Central Retinal Artery Occlusion Treatment
There are multiple treatment options available to patients suffering from central retinal artery occlusion, including:
Patients in North America may opt for Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy which is only available through the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society. This treatment may be covered by vision insurance, so contact your insurance provider to learn more about available benefits and costs.
Seek Medical Attention Quickly
Eye problems should never be ignored, especially when they lead to partial or complete vision loss. If you notice changes in your field of vision or experience eye discomfort, contact Eye Michigan at our Southeast Michigan office right away to schedule an appointment. Our renowned ophthalmologists can help provide answers and advice to guide you to the best treatment options for your eye condition.
When someone suffers a stroke or brain injury, they may experience hemianopia. This condition is a type of vision loss. The amount of damage can range from partial to extensive based on the severity of the injury. There are many forms of hemianopia, including:
This type includes loss of one fourth of the patient’s visual field.
This type includes a loss of all or a majority of the left or right side of the visual field.
Outer halves of the field of vision in both eyes experiences vision loss.
Inner halves of the field of vision in both eyes experience vision loss. This is the area close to the nose.
The Cause of Hemianopia
When hemianopia occurs, it’s because visual pathways were damaged. These pathways carry information from one side of each eye to the brain. So, for example, if vision loss occurs on the left side of the field of vision, then that means the pathways connecting both eyes to the right side of the brain were damaged.
Life with Hemianopia
The effects of hemianopia may not be permanent. Many patients begin to improve over the following days or months after the initial injury. Approximately 20% to 28% of patients will have lingering vision loss.
Reduced sight can cause some patients to become fearful about going out on their own due to the added risk of falling or running into people or objects. It can also make navigating sidewalks or crossing streets difficult. Compensatory therapy is sometimes used to teach patients how to adapt through different visual techniques.
If you suffer from hemianopia or any other eye condition, contact Eye Michigan’s Southeast Michigan office today to schedule an appointment and learn more about treatment options.
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