Cut in the Ratina

[Aarti71]

My brother is 40 years old.  Before 25 years, while playing cricket, a ball hit on his left eye.  Gradually his eyesight of the left eye started diminishing.  Now he is not able to see completely.  He had a check of the retina.  The report says that there is a cut in the retina.  Due to the same, he also has cataract.   Doctor, please suggest any remedial operation to save the eye of my brother.

Your early reply will be highly appreciated.

Thanks & Regards,

Aarti Dhuru

[Michael J Kutryb, MD]

Obviously with these complex problems, he will need to see a qualified eye surgeon in his area to come up with a customized treatment plan.  He may need retinal surgery first then cataract surgery surgery months later, just for starters.

MJK MD

[AnnaE]

The doctor will answer you tomorrow. You should take your brother to a retina specialist. Find one at www.aao.org.

I hope that you find help very soon.