I'm scared of getting a retinal detachment! how can i prevent this?

Eye exam: Retinal detachments usually occur in from a vitreous detachment with secondary tear in the retina. The vitreous fills the eye. It is a jelly like substance that tends to shrink and separate from the retinal wall as we age. Sometimes the vitreous will tug on the wall of the retina causing a tear in the retina. If left untreated (usually with laser), the tear may cause a retinal detachment.

Many ways. : 1. Get regular eye exams with dilation. 2. Know the warning signs of rd including flashes, floaters, curtains, shadows. 3. Ask about family history of rd 4. If you have tears in the retina, get them lasered. 5. Wear protective eyewear for sports, contact sports.