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Could a retina detachment test make me blind ?

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Dr. Hussain Elhalis answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

No: The dilated eye exam is necessary to detect retinal detachments. It is uncomfortable due to bright lights needed for the doctor to exam the retina properly. The bright lights will temporally cause you to see funny colors.

Dr Alves agreed

Answered 5/9/2014

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