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Could retinal detachment be caused by severe myopia?
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Yes: The retina of a myopic person tends to be thinner and thus more easily torn or detached. Myopic eyes tend to have a higher chance of retinal pathology, like lattice degeneration or atrophic retinal holes, that also put them at risk. So myopia is really a risk factor rather than a cause.
Answered 4/9/2013
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Yes.: One of the risk factors for retinal detachment is severe nearsightedness or myopia. Individuals with this condition tend to have thin retinas with fragile areas that are susceptible to detaching. It is advisable to see an ophthalmologist regularly if you are a high myope.
Answered 5/23/2013
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