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lattice degeneration of retina

by zack83, Nov 27, 2007 04:05AM
Respected Sir/Madam.

Myself zaki mavli, from india would like to know about lattice degeneration. I have minor problems in eyes as floaters I see frequently. Opthalmologist diagnosed as this condition for lattice degenration. I am 24 year old man without any cardiac,respiratory illness without any significant history like Diabetes,Hypertension. Any treatment to progress that growth of this problem. It would be highly appriciable to get back from you thank you


with regards
ZAKI
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by John C Hagan III, MD, FACS, Nov 27, 2007 08:26AM
lattice is thin spots on the retina and occurs in perhaps 6-8% of people, more in nearsighted people. I have lattice myself. No treatment is usually indicated unless holes, tears or retinal detachment develops.

Paste this link in your internet browser to see a picture and learn more.

http://www.revoptom.com/handbook/sect5e.htm

JCH III MD
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