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2018-04-28 15:29:14
Does retinal detachment occur in 3-4 days (suddenly) or it happens over years? And how are the flashing lights experienced? And why does it happen? And particularly what age group
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Follow the advice of Dr mittal.

Answered2018-05-07 13:25:37

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Hello A.  Retina may detach suddenly within days B.  Flashes are experienced as lightening in dark night C. There are many types and causes of retinal detachment. It may detach at any age group depending on the underlying cause

Answered2018-04-29 02:44:59

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