10 Causes of Retinal Detachment
Cause #2: Blow To The Head
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report that nearly 1.5 million people in the U.S. are treated for traumatic head injuries annually. Of these cases, a significant number also have vision problems emanating from the head injuries.
One of the eye problems that can arise as a result of a blow to the head is retinal detachment. This can happen in one or both eyes. Additionally, a blow to the head may also cause other vision problems like vitreous hemorrhage and optic nerve damage. Emergency treatment is required in all cases to reduce the risk of permanent vision loss.
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