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There has been a lot of buzz in the news about retinoblastoma and taking pics with flash. should i do so? is this something seen during well visits?
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The red reflex: is monitored at all well visits.( or should be) bring up your concern to your doctor
Answered 5/24/2015
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Puzzling comment: Yes, I can suspect retinoblastoma If I see an abnormality in the common red eye of a flash picture.I can also see it in a routine office exam without a flash.A flash does not cause it, but it may expose it to a trained viewer.
Answered 12/1/2016
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