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My sister in law is suffering from retinal pigmentosa Since her early age. Is there any cure available

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Lots of research is going on all over world treatment of retinitis pigmentosa ,still there is no treatment ,you should remain in contact with higher institution like Shankar Netralaya Chennai for ne ...  Read More

Doctor, If One Gets Vision Problem Due To Peripheral Retinal Degeneration, Will His/Her Vision Can Be Improved Through Looking Into The Pinhole in Any Way? Please Let Me Know.

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Peripheral retinal degeneration will not affect central vision ...  Read More

This is regarding my brother who has been diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa. Is there any cure for this condition. Any help will be appreciated.

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There is no treatment for retinitis pigmentosa. But the associated problems like refractive error, cataract can be taken care of. ...  Read More

One of my family member is suffering from Retinitia Pigmentosa disease, could you please suggest me the best treatment.

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There is no permanent treatment for retinitis pigmentosa. It's a slowly progressive disease. In Shania netralaya Chennai some researches are going on you may consult them. ...  Read More

Latest Treatment for retinitis pigmentosa in india...my mother is suffering fromast 25 years...so is there any treatment...

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Unfortunately, there is no effective treatment for retinitis pigmentosa, either in India or elsewhere. Oral vitamin A supplements, in high doses, are expected to prolong central vision function for a ...  Read More

I am suffering from Retinitis pigmentosa and off late a decline in my field view.What to do??Can I apply for visually handicapped certification

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You can apply for visually handicap certificate depending on the degree of decline in the field of vision. ...  Read More

Hi, my father is suffering from Retinitis pigmentosa from the last 10 year.he has done his treatment from sankar Nethralaya bt they said that their is no cure of this retinitis pigmentosa. plz advice me ,if anyone have any knowledge regarding this.can this disease have treatment anywhere in the world??

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Hello There is no treatment or cure Bionic eye is an option in future ...  Read More

I have last 30years retinitis pigmentosa,last 5 years decrease low vision so i cant read at day also. Pls suggest any drops and pills

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Still rearch is going for this disease through out world but still not successful . ...  Read More

My father-in-law has retinitis pigmentosa and completely blind my husband have not shown any symptoms yet. Is it possible that our children will also have this disease even if my husband does not have it? My husband is 28 is it possible for him to still develop the disease???

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Hi.. Yes retinitis pigmentosa is hereditary and can skip one generation and manifest again . The disease can be mild also . Unfortunately, from treatment point , nothing much is available. But do not ...  Read More

I have last 30years retinitis pigmentosa,last 5 years i have increase low vision so i cant read at day also. Pls suggest any drops and pills. Doctor said that its problem because of cataracts.

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Hello I am sorry but there is no medicine or exercise to get rid retinitis pigmentosa If cataract is also there then cataract surgery is required ...  Read More

My mother have retinisis pigmentosa i checked my eyes i have myopia in one eye and floater in that eye i am worried about it about future also i checked my full fundus i wsnt 100 centainity about future what can i do i can do erg or genetic test

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Hi there! Happy to help. To completely rule out inheritance you can go for genetic testing. If you have siblings, they should too. Irrespective, you should consult your local retinal specialist for ...  Read More

Virectomy is done after 60 days of retinal detachment symptoms .No vision in the eye.how many days it takes to feel the vision it's been 2 weeks back surgery is done ..I am diabetic since 20 years and hypertension from 10yrs.kindly suggest .

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Pl consult Retina specialist, the operative surgeon. ...  Read More

I am 35years old..today 2 to 3 hours after my retinal detachment operation I shouted at child loudly..could this have any bad effect on my operated eyes? Pls reply..I m worried

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As such, no relation to RD. but can lead to bleed on retina. ...  Read More

Hi, My daughter recently had a barrage laser procedure for a small retinal hole. She is fine and had no symptoms like floaters etc before or after the procedure. The doctor who did the procedure said we could give her some gummies with lutein and zeaxanthin when I enquired about supplementation. But she will be 18 soon and I have also read gummies

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Please consult ...  Read More

I was diagnosed with Tuburcular Retinal Vasality, Around 3 months ago.. (started TB medecines as well) Along with that am also suffering with anxiety issue. Although my vision is good & i rarely get pain in eye.(since i stared taking TB meds). but since morning i had bit of pain in eye, and later when i checked my eye in mirror - the left porti

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Nothing to worry. Please continue medication as advised. Consult your treating ophthalmologist ...  Read More

Does surgery immediately needed for retinal tear and detachment? How soon we need to do this? I noticed the black spot ten days ago. If i wait for a couple of months, will it get worse and cause any vision issues

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First get confirm whether it is tear or detachment. Get completely examined by near ophthalmologist. Get consulted by nearby vitreoretinal specialist. ...  Read More

Hi, I have noticed a black cloudy smudgy dot in the vision a week ago. Yet to see the Dr. Currently outside India and have to wait for two weeks. Planning to see the eye Dr in India. No injuries. Suddenly this black dot appeared Is it something serious? How to know if it's retina tear? Do we need to get it treated immediately? Is it floaters or

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Retinal tear is not Normal. Pl consult ophthalmologist with detailed history and reports and treatment taken for better evaluation and treatment. ...  Read More

I have high minus power (-6) and working in IT sector. My doctor said I have retinal thinning in one eye. Is there any way to get my retina recovered without surgery? I am very worried

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Seek consultation ...  Read More

My grandmother aged 83 is suffering from retinal holes ( Grade 3) in both eyes. Doctors have suggested virectomy. She is having pain in eyes and unable to open eyes in bright light. She is also having chronic kidney disease, diabetes, hypertension, COPD, hypothyroidism and chronic heart failure. Please suggest a constitutional remedy for her to avo

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You can consult online ...  Read More

Hi, I got two small retinal holes lasered a couple days back. Can I start going to office Monday onwards? Would travelling in cars, etc. be an issue? I've heard laser takes time to heal.

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No problem in traveling.avoid heavy weight lifting. ...  Read More

I had barrage in my eyes due to retinal lattice. Last visited my doctor 7 months ago.I wear -3.5D. How progressive is retinal lattice in myopic pateint. Can i wait 2 months till i visit my doctor?

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since the previous doctor has done laser barrage, 6-12 months followup should suffice, earlier in case of floaters or flashes of light symptoms ...  Read More

With -5D myopia what are the chances of retinal detachment? And what should I do to avoid it? Plz help

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Detachment can happen only if there is a retinal hole. Please get a dilated retinal examination with you local ophthalmologist annually ,to rule out retinal holes ...  Read More

Hello doctor I had retinal detachment surgery two months ago. My power has doubled. When will the vision be clear?

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It all depends upon on the cause of Rd,and other conditions of the eye.pl consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment. ...  Read More

My brother suffered from retinal vein occlusion due the bike injury he met last month after that he complained of blurred vision in right eye the opthalmologist told that the retinal veins blood are dried up and currently it has no cure . Can his vision be improved or any medication available for this.

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Please consult retina specialist. ...  Read More

Hi Team, i am diagnosed with Pigmentation epithelium detachment (PED) few years back and had an Anti VEGF injection once. Also i am having an issue of recurrent central Serous Retinopathy (CSR). I am planning to join gym, So is it fine to go for light weight lifting exercise with these existing retinal conditions.?

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There is no problem in doing light weight exercise ...  Read More

Hello doctor...I am 6 month pregnant women..I had retinal detachment surgery two days ago. What should I take for food? can I drink milk??

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Yes ...  Read More

What could be the cause of retinal swelling other than diabetes?if u dont have diabetes what else could be the reason? And if u have non diabetic retinal.swelling does eye drops help? Also does the treatment of retinal swelling only slows down the swelling or completely stops it? Help!

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It all depends upon the cause.it is due to edema of the retina.you must treat the cause.Drops,and drugs, may help.pl consult Ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment. ...  Read More

Hello doctor i have retinal detachment and i am 5 months pregnant so what is the treatment so that it will not affect my baby? please reply

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Surgery is the best treatment. It is better you undergo surgery. ...  Read More

I had have retinal detachment surgery in my right eye 2 months ago and after a post operative check up doctor declared me as a fit to resume my duties. Though it was a major operation, can i get back to work outs and exercises?

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Pl avoid sternuous exercises.Normal regular duties you can do.pl consult Ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment. ...  Read More

I had a follow up after two months of retinal detachment surgery. Scelral Buckles have been used. Does the power of my right going to be final? Or will it fluctuate after 6 months? It was 3.75 before surgery and now it became 5.25

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It will be stabilized slowly. May take minimum 6 months. Pl consult Ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment. ...  Read More

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