Retinopathy
Retinopathy is a general term that refers to some form
of non-inflammatory damage to the retina of the eye.
Most commonly it is the blood vessels that are the
direct medium for the disease.
Main causes of retinopathy are :
If retinopathy progresses and it is severe or if it affects primarily
macula region of the retina, it can lead to blindness.
Retinopathy is diagnosed by a ophhtalmologist during a form of examination
called fundus exam. Treatment depends on the cause of the disease.
