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What's a way to ensure i do not get retinal detachment?

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Dr. Keshav Narain answered

Specializes in Retinal Surgery

Begin with retinal : Exam so that your retinal specialist can locate any existing retinal breaks or tears and also lattice. Lattice degeneration is a common finding in many usually nearsighted patients. If there is a tear then have it lasered. Make sure that you see the eye specialist at whatever interval is recommended. Know the warning signs of retinal detachment (flashes, floaters, curtain, shadow).

Answered 11/10/2014

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See a Retina Doc: Some people are at higher rish than others to get a retinal detachment: family history, detachment in the other eye, eye injury, previous eye surgery, and moderate to severe near-sightedness, are a few. The best thing to do is to get examined by a retinal specialist and find out if you are in a high risk catagory. Sometimes laser can be used to reduced the risk of retinal detachment.

Answered 4/8/2013

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