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Retina in Myopia

2017-10-17 14:59:53
Hello... i have shallow posterior staphyloma in my left eye retina due to high myopia. is this staphyloma something serious or a progressive condition? can this cause vision loss in future?
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You have to be under observation of retina specialist through out your life.

Answered2017-10-18 00:52:32

YESNO

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if it is progressive then only it is dangerous  otherwise it may remain as such for a long time.

Answered2017-10-17 16:16:19

YESNO

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