<p><strong>The Retina plays a significant role in helping us see our surroundings. It is basically a thin layer of tissue that lies on the backside of the eye near the optic nerve. </strong></p>
<p>The Retina is crucial as the eye lens focuses on an object; Retina receives that light through the lens then converts it into neural signals, and sends them to the brain to create the image we see. <strong>It is a sensitive part of the eye and might develop some issues with time.</strong></p>
<p>One such medical condition is a Retinal tear.&nbsp;<strong>A torn retina is the same as a hole or a tear, or a rip in cloth.&nbsp;It is a serious problem and causes blurry vision.</strong>&nbsp;When the tear bears more pressure, it can eventually lead to a Retinal Detachment also.<br /> <br /><strong>Hence, it requires immediate Retinal tear treatment to prevent this and other vision-related problems.</strong></p>
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<h2><strong>Differences between Retinal Tear and Retinal Detachment</strong>&nbsp;</h2>
<h3><strong>What are these <a href="../../retinal-disease-treatment" target="_blank">retinal eye diseases</a>?</strong></h3>
<h4><strong>What is Retinal Tear?</strong></h4>
<p>The shrunk clear gel-like liquid in the eye moves around and pulls the Retina hard, causing a slight tear. It is called a Retinal Tear.&nbsp;</p>
<h4><strong>What is Retinal Detachment?</strong></h4>
<p>A torn retina lets the fluid inside it due to the hole or tear. The fluid passing through this hole can put pressure and detach/lift the Retina, known as <a href="../../blog/what-is-retinal-detachment-symptoms-causes-treatment" target="_blank">Retinal Detachment</a>.</p>
<h3><strong>Causes of these retinal diseases</strong></h3>
<h4><strong>Causes of Retinal Tear</strong></h4>
<p><strong>Diabetes -</strong> The person with diabetes and eye conditions can lead to a Retinal Tear.</p>
<p><strong>Age Factor</strong> - There is a clear gel-like substance called vitreous attached to the retina behind the eye at the time of birth, but ageing causes the gel to separate from the retina. If the vitreous is sticky, it pulls the retina apart while detaching from it, resulting in a hole/tear/rip. <br />The other reasons include <strong>eye&nbsp;trauma.</strong></p>
<h4><strong>Causes of Retinal Detachment</strong></h4>
<p><strong>Diabetes is a primary reason for retinal detachment</strong><br />The individual with diabetes can develop Diabetic Retinopathy, further causing Retinal tear and Retinal Detachment.</p>
<p><strong>Ageing is another reason for retinal detachment</strong><br />There are other reasons, like previous&nbsp;<a href="../../blog/retinal-detachment-treatment-surgery-common-questions-answers" target="_blank">retinal detachment</a> in one of the eyes, previous eye surgery, family history, severe eye injury, and any other eye disease or disorders.</p>
<h3><strong>Symptoms of these retinal diseases</strong></h3>
<h4><strong>Signs &amp; Symptoms of Retinal Tear</strong></h4>
<ul>
<li>Blurred vision</li>
<li>Seeing flashes of light</li>
<li>Seeing floaters in the field of vision</li>
<li>Seeing dark spots</li>
<li>Gradually reduced side vision</li>
<li>Seeing shadow covering part of vision&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<h4><strong>Symptoms &amp; Signs of Retinal Detachment</strong></h4>
<p>The symptoms of Retinal Detachment are almost similar to that of a Retinal Tear, such as</p>
<ul>
<li>Seeing floaters</li>
<li>Seeing flashes of light</li>
<li>Seeing dark curtain on side vision or in the middle of field of vision</li>
<li>Blurred vision</li>
<li>Gradually reduced side vision</li>
<li>Inability to see in dim light</li>
<li>Sensitivity to light</li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>Diagnosis of these retina-related diseases</strong></h3>
<h4><strong>Diagnosis of Retinal Tear</strong></h4>
<p><strong>Retinal Examination -</strong> An instrument with a bright light and special lenses is used to examine the retina. If there are any retinal holes or tears, they will be detected.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Ultrasound Imaging-</strong> If bleeding occurs in the eye, the retina cannot be seen with a simple examination. Hence, the ultrasound can be used to confirm the Retinal Tear.</p>
<h4><strong>Diagnosis of Retinal Detachment</strong></h4>
<p>Retinal Examination and Ultrasound Imaging are the two methods for the diagnosis as done for Retinal Tear.</p>
<p>Moreover, the doctor checks your vision along with your eye pressure, the physical appearance of the eye, and your ability to see colours. The flow of blood inside your eye and the retina get checked.&nbsp;</p>
<h3><strong>Treatment of these retinal diseases</strong></h3>
<h4><strong>Retinal Tear Treatment</strong></h4>
<p>A minor retinal tear might not require any treatment. It has to be checked at intervals to see if it heals on its own or not.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Laser therapy</strong> (also called cryotherapy) is useful for treating severe tears. This treatment repairs the damaged portion of the retina and prevents it from tearing further.&nbsp;</p>
<h4><strong>Treatment of Retinal Detachment</strong></h4>
<p>It requires immediate Retinal Detachment treatment.</p>
<p>It can be treated sometimes in a way similar to the retinal tear using laser or cryotherapy. However, Retinal Detachment surgery is required to put the retina back in its place in most cases.</p>
<h2>Retinal Detachment Vs Retinal Tear: Which is serious?</h2>
<p>The major difference is that a retinal tear does not show any instant symptoms, but a Retinal Detachment immediately shows signs or symptoms. Retinal detachment is kind of an emergency situation as against retinal tears. But none of them is less serious and must be taken care of immediately.</p>
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<h2>Frequently Asked Questions About Retinal Tear and Detachment (FAQs):</h2>
<h3>Q1. How long can you wait for a Retinal Tear?</h3>
<p>Ans. The eye surgeons can wait for a week or ten days for surgery. This surgery is needed to prevent vision loss or further deterioration. Because if the macula (central part of the Retina) is detached, it becomes difficult to save vision.</p>
<h3>Q2. What happens if you leave a Retinal Tear untreated?</h3>
<p>Ans. You can start feeling the symptoms of a retinal tear with time, including flashes, floater (lines) in vision, blurred vision, etc. If it is not treated quickly, the Retina can detach, leading to total blindness.</p>
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<h3>Q3. Does a retinal tear always lead to detachment?</h3>
<p>Ans. A Retinal tear often results in Retinal Detachment. However, it is not necessary that it will always lead to detachment if you get it treated at the early stages.</p>
<p>If you have a retinal tear, it is advised that you consult a retina specialist doctor or surgeon at the earliest. A retinal tear can lead to a detached retina. <br />To book a doctor's appointment,&nbsp;<strong><a href="../../book-doctor-appointment" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a></strong></p>
<h3>Q4. Can you live a normal life after retinal detachment?</h3>
<p>Ans. It is difficult to live a normal life if Retinal Detachment happens. However, after successful Retinal Detachment Surgery, you can most probably live a normal life with good vision.</p>
<h3>Q5. What injuries cause retinal detachments?</h3>
<p>Ans. Tennis, soccer, golf, bottle rockets, boxing, racquetball, and injuries due to diving can cause Retinal Detachment.</p>
<h3>Q6. What is the most common cause of retinal detachment?</h3>
<p>Ans. There are two most prevalent and common causes of Retinal Detachment, namely Diabetic Retinopathy and Old Age.</p>
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<h3>Q7. Can I recover from Retinal Tear?</h3>
<p>Ans. Yes! There are very high chances of recovering from the Retinal tear. Sometimes, you will recover without any treatment. Otherwise, laser treatment or surgery might be required.</p>
<h3>Q8. Is anaesthesia given for Retinal Detachment Surgery?</h3>
<p>Ans. Most of the time, general anaesthesia is not required for the surgery. However, to reduce your pain or discomfort, if any, surgeons will give you anaesthesia and put you to sleep for the procedure.</p>
<h3>Q9. What is the most common cause of retinal tear?</h3>
<p>Ans. The most common cause of Retinal Tear is considered ageing. However, diabetes is also very common causing the retinal tear.</p>
<h3>Q10. What does your vision look like with a retinal tear?</h3>
<p>Ans. The vision of the patient with a retinal tear will get affected and he/she will see flashes, floaters, and unclear vision.</p>
<h3>Q11. Does a retinal tear always require surgery?</h3>
<p>Ans. The retinal tear is not always a serious condition; however, it might get worse and lead to retinal detachment. Hence, you need to consult your eye doctor if you face problems in vision to decide on the course of treatment. Your eye surgeon will decide if you need surgery for a retinal tear based on how much serious the condition is.</p>
<h3>Q12. Is a retinal tear an emergency?</h3>
<p>Ans. The Retinal tear is a serious problem that might get cured on its own. However, the retinal detachment which can be caused by a retinal tear needs urgent medical assistance.</p>
<h2>Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear Treatment &amp; Surgery at Akhand Jyoti Eye Hospital</h2>
<p>If you already have been identified as a patient suffering from a retinal tear or detachment and need a second consultation for your complete treatment by a retina specialist doctor, visit Akhand Jyoti Eye Hospital&rsquo;s specialty Retina Clinic.</p>
<p><strong>Address of the Retina Clinic: </strong><br />Village + Post: Mastichak, Pojhi Parsa, Saran, Bihar &ndash; 841219.</p>
<p>The retina clinic at&nbsp;<a href="../../location-details/akhand-jyoti-eye-hospital-mastichak" target="_blank">Akhand Jyoti Eye Hospital's Mastichak centre</a> is one of the largest in the region with senior and experienced retina specialists.</p>
<p><strong><a href="../../book-doctor-appointment" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a></strong>&nbsp;to book a doctor's appointment online.</p>
<p><em>Do not consider this blog post as medical advice. We suggest you consult with the doctor to know about your eye condition and treatment procedure. Only the doctor can suggest you treatment after examining your eyes.</em></p>