Retinal Detachment
Retinal detachment is often painless, but can cause serious vision problems. Regular comprehensive eye exams can help ensure that any retinal damage is caught and treated by your optometrist before it becomes a full detachment. Symptoms of retinal detachment include floaters, the appearance of what look like flashing lights, or a “curtain” drawing over part of your visual field.
Under the care of your qualified optometrist, retinal detachment may be treated with laser eye surgery. If you are at high risk for retinal detachment because of extreme nearsightedness, your Total Vision optometrist will discuss behaviors that can help mitigate the likelihood of a future retinal detachment.