The retina of eye is a thin layer of tissue located at the back of your eye. It contains millions of light-sensitive cells and plays a pivotal role in vision. It receives the light that the lens has focused on, converts the light into neural signals, and sends these signals to the brain for visual recognition.
Common Retinal Disorders
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD): As the name suggests, AMD is a common condition among the elderly and leads to central vision loss.
- Diabetic Retinopathy: Persistent high blood sugar levels can damage the tiny blood vessels in the retina, leading to this condition.
- Retinal Detachments: It’s a medical emergency where the retina gets lifted or pulled from its normal position.
- Retinal Vein Occlusion: A blockage of the small veins that carry blood away from the retina.
