Myopia and Retinal health

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Asked for Male, 30 Years

Hi, what is white without pressure (WWOP) and is it serious? I'm myopic with a history of glass from over 20 years. Power is -6 both eyes. I've using eye drops for dryness already. Screen time around 10 hours, unavoidable. I'm a publicist and journalist by profession. Please help me.

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Dr. Seema Behl

Ophthalmologist 32 yrs exp Mumbai

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Plain wwop is not a problem, sure your retina doc has told u . Avoid whatever screen time u can Use lubricating drops Take breaks Maintain lifestyle

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Dr. Uttama Ghosh Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon 20 yrs exp Bangalore Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Uttama Ghosh

Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon 20 yrs exp Bangalore

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Hi, WWOP is a condition commonly described as peripheral retinal detachment without retinal break, observed during retina examination by ophthalmologist. It is advanced form of white with pressure (WWP).This is often seen in myopic patients, and sometimes associated with vitreous traction and other complications.

Next Steps

please consult retina specialist and if any prophylactic treatment needed, please avail it.

Health Tips

take regular break while working. look at distance. blink consciously.