2007-01-22 09:00:57 · 3 answers · asked by pisceswomanem 5 in Health ➔ Other - Health
A thinning retina is just that-- a retina that is thinner than normal. Since it is thinner, it is more apt to tear, causing a "retinal detachment". Mostly, a thinning retina occurs because of one factor: Your prescription is very "strong" (= you are very nearsighted) and your eye is physically longer than the average eye. It should not affect your success with contact lenses or even prescription glasses as long as you do not 1) take up boxing or any other activity that could cause that retina to tear, 2) you do not have a systemic disease like diabetes or high blood pressure. If you do have either of those, then it is crucial to keep that disease under control.
2007-01-22 09:16:15 · answer #1 · answered by eyedoc999 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
thinning of the retina means just that there is an area of the retina that is thinned. This can lead to a tear or detachment and that is why it is important to document. It may just stay the same, but it worth watching closely.
2007-01-22 09:23:11 · answer #2 · answered by idoc4u2 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Thinning retina, or "lattice degeneration" needs to be watched closely since it can lead to a detached retina which most possibly require surgery. Keep current all appointments with your clinician.
2007-01-22 09:07:14 · answer #3 · answered by annoyed_with_the_other_answers 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋