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Barrage laser for lattice degeneration
Hi, I recently started seeing floaters. I consulted a doctor for that. On checking, i was told I've lattice degeneration and dry eye in both eyes. But no treatment is needed only observation every 6 months should suffice. But since it was retina issue, i consulted another doctor who suggested to have barrage laser done. I'm not myopic or anything else. I'm sceptical if i really need barrage laser or it can be monitored for now. Can you please suggest if I should go for barrage laser in both eyes or it can be observed? I'm very conscious about my eyes so I'm scared of it too. Please help
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If it is lattice with a hole, then barrage LASER is a must. Please take a 2nd opinion.
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If you have lattice degeneration with hole then barrage laser is recommended...if you have only lattice degeneration with no hole then it should be observed...monitor your floaters also closely...if you observe its increasing then consult a retina specialist immediately
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Barrage laser needed in lattice with hole
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Please consult .. either observation or need of barrage laser depends on clinical appearance of retina
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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
Pulmonologist
46 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Pl consult.
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Dr. Pavitra
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
7 yrs exp
Chennai
Barrage laser might be option to prevent further complications.However needed to see the fundus picture to see if it's multiple, or associated with tearor holes.
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Consult online/ offline with retina specialist for detailed evaluation and treatment.
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Dr. Nikhilesh Shete
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
7 yrs exp
Sangli
Please consult for detail evaluation
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Dr. Ravi Chandna
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
9 yrs exp
Bhopal
Barrage laser is advised if lattices are large, or multiple, or associated with holes or in high risk areas.
Kindly get an online consultation to address all your concerns
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