Vision loss in Cartagena, Colombia

Vision Loss

What is vision loss?

Vision loss is a partial or complete reduction in the ability to see. It may affect one or both eyes and can develop gradually or suddenly. Its causes are varied and may include refractive errors, retinal diseases, glaucoma, cataracts, optic nerve disorders, trauma, or neurological conditions.

What causes vision loss?

Common causes include cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment, corneal diseases, and optic nerve disorders. Sudden vision loss, especially when accompanied by eye pain, flashes of light, many new floaters, or a shadow in the visual field, requires immediate ophthalmic evaluation.

How is vision loss diagnosed and treated?

Diagnosis depends on the underlying cause and may include a comprehensive eye examination, retinal evaluation, eye pressure measurement, and tests of the retina, cornea, or optic nerve. Treatment may involve eyeglasses, medication, laser treatment, or surgery, depending on the condition causing the vision loss.

Find Vision Loss Specialists

At MedicosDoc, you can find ophthalmologists experienced in diagnosing and treating different causes of vision loss, learn about their experience, and explore available options for each eye condition.