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Are there any side effects or risks to treatment of legal blindness?
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Broad question: There are several treatments for legal blindness dependent on the cause. If it is due to corneal disease, then risks are low. If due to retinal etiology then current treatments have a higher risk. If due to a central etiology (brain) then treatments at this time are limited with low yield. Can you be specific of the cause of the legal blindness? Current clinical trials that may help you are availa.
Answered 9/15/2013
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Always : There are always side effects from treatment for any condition. It would probably be best to discuss the specific risks and benefits of your proposed treatment with your physician. Some forms of legal blindness are treatable while others, unfortunately, are not.
Answered 12/22/2014
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