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Retinal Disorders

The retina is a layer of tissue in the back of your eye that senses light and sends images to your brain. In the center of this nerve tissue is the macula. It provides the sharp, central vision needed for reading, driving and seeing fine detail.

Retinal disorders affect this vital tissue. They can affect your vision, and some can be serious enough to cause blindness. Examples are

National Eye Institute


External Resources

Retinitis Pigmentosa Foundation - Western Australia - Chat room, links, information and support on retinal disorders and fighting blindness.

Retinitis Pigmentosa and Retinal Degeneration in Australia - Provides information for people affected by these disorders as well as Macular Degeneration.

VisionChannel - Retinitis Pigmentosa - RP is a term that referring to a group of hereditary disorders affecting the retina's ability to respond to light. Diagnosis and treatment options are discussed.

The Bert M. Glaser National Retina Institute - Treatment and diagnosis of macular degeneration and other retinal disorders. Several locations throughout the state.

Brooks Eye Center - Dr. Brooks provides family eyecare services. Therapy for vision disorders, athletic performance, and vision loss due to retinal disorders.

Retina Consultants of Michigan - Southfield. The largest single medical facility in Michigan dedicated exclusively to the evaluation and treatment of retinal disorders.

The Bert M. Glaser National Retina Institute - Offers treatment and diagnosis of macular degeneration and other retinal disorders in Towson and Chevy Chase. Site is visually impaired-friendly.

Retina New Zealand - Professional group promoting education about causes, treatments and prevention of retinal degenerative disorders. Part of Retina International.

Retinitis Pigmentosa Foundation - Chat room, links, information and support on retinal disorders and fighting blindness.


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