Central vision loss refers to the sudden or gradual loss ofcentral vision.
Instead, they will see one or more dark or blurry spots in their field of vision.
These spots may grow in size or multiply over time.
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This article will discuss central vision loss, its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
What Is Central Vision Loss?
The optic nerves carry this information to the brain, which processes it.
Central vision loss can be the result of an injury or other health conditions.
What Causes the Loss of Central Vision?
Quite a few conditions are characterized by the loss of central vision.
These include the following:
The most common cause of central vision loss isage-related macular degeneration(AMD).
They will examine the persons eyes to determine if there are problems with their central vision.
Some of these tests may include:
Is there a Cure for Central Vision Loss?
The treatment for central vision loss can vary and often depends on the underlying cause.
Some of these conditions can include the following:
Surgery may also be a treatment option.
Generally speaking, treatment will depend on the reason for the central vision loss and may require multiple strategies.
What Is the Prognosis for Central Vision Loss?
For example, central vision loss that results from cataracts may be reversed when the cataracts are surgically removed.
However, that may not often be the case for many patients.
There is also a possibility that the patient may eventually experience significant or total loss of vision.
That will not be true in many cases, though.
Others will develop more severe cases and live with more restrictions.
Early Detection
Early detection and intervention are often key to a better prognosis.
Regular eye exams are important.
It is associated with a number of conditions such as macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.
Central vision loss is treated in various ways depending on the cause.
In some cases, vision can be restored with treatment.
Other people may experience significant loss of vision that can’t be reversed.
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