Retinal Detachment

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Retinal Detachment Survey

We’re surveying people about their experiences with Retinal Detachment. Here will be a collection of their responses.

*This information is not meant to replace medical advice, and the information gathered via surveys may or may not be correct. Hopefully it will be helpful to you!

*Response format = Answer (Name, Age)

**Click here to share your experience with Retinal Detachment**

Retinal Detachment Symptoms

What symptoms have you experienced?

Flashes, floaters, black curtain and detachment in both eyes. (Susan, 50 years old)

Retinal Detachment Causes

Is there anything you believe contributed to or caused your Retinal Detachment?

Vibrating plates. (Susan, 50 years old)

Retinal Detachment Facts

What are some interesting facts about Retinal Detachment?

From tear to detachment in two hours, both times. (Susan, 50 years old)

Retinal Detachment Difficulties

What are the hardest aspects of living with Retinal Detachment?

Adjustment to sight loss. (Susan, 50 years old)

Retinal Detachment Advice

What encouragement/advice can you give others who experience Retinal Detachment?

It improves in time. Have patience because eyes are slow to heal. (Susan, 50 years old)

Retinal Detachment Treatments

What’s been your experience with treatments (medication, surgery, etc.)?

NHS UK is absolutely fantastic, three vitrectomies performed. (Susan, 50 years old)

Retinal Detachment Recommendations

Anything you’d recommend for someone with Retinal Detachment?

Rest a lot, and don’t lift anything heavy ever again. (Susan, 50 years old)

Retinal Detachment Resources

What specific resources have you found most helpful?

Facebook groups. (Susan, 50 years old)

Retinal Detachment Stories

Share an experience you’ve had related to living with Retinal Detachment.

I had headaches until my glasses were sorted out for the imbalance between my eyes. (Susan, 50 years old)