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1. AMD
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AMD

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Age Related Macular Degeneration

AMD is a disease that blurs the sharp, central vision. AMD affects the macula, the part of the eye that allows you to see fine detail. The loss of central vision can interfere with simple everyday activities, such as the ability to see faces, drive, read, write or close-up work. The disease progresses at different rates, varying from person to person.

2. Choroidal Nevus
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Choroidal Nevus

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A Choroidal Nevus is a flat, benign, pigmented area that appears in the back of the eye, and is basically an eye freckle.

3. Diabetic Retinopathy
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Diabetic Retinopathy

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Diabetic Retinopathy is caused by changes in the blood vessels of the retina. It is the most common diabetic eye disease. Blood vessels may swell and leak fluid. Diabetic Retinopathy usually affects both eyes.

4. Dislocated or Retained Lens
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Dislocated or Retained Lens

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The lens in your eye is a transparent, disk shaped structure that focuses light onto the retina, allowing us to see clearly. It is located directly behind the pupil and is held in place by fine ligaments.

A Dislocated or Retained Lens is a lens that has moved out of position because some or all the supporting ligaments have broken. This can also be the result of trauma to the eye.

5. Endophthalmitis
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Endophthalmitis

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Endophthalmitis is an inflammatory condition of the intraocular cavities usually caused by infection. In most cases, this occurs following a surgical procedure or intravitreal injection.

6. Epiretinal Membrane/Macular Pucker
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Epiretinal Membrane/Macular Pucker

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An Epiretinal Membrane/Macular Pucker is scar tissue that forms on the eyes macula, located in the center of the eyes light sensitive tissue called the retina. This will usually affect the central vision.

7. Floaters
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Floaters

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Floaters are like "cobwebs" or specks that float around in your field of vision. They are small, dark, shadowy shapes that look likes spots, squiggly lines, or thread like strands.

Floaters can be normal, however a sudden increase in floaters, possibly accompanied by flashing lights can be the start of something more serious.

8. Macular Edema
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Macular Edema

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Macular Edema is the build up of fluid in the macula, an area in the center of the retina. The macula is the part of the retina responsible for sharp, straight ahead vision. The build up of fluid can cause the macula to swell and thicken, which distorts vision. This is usually seen in diabetics or following surgery.

9. Macular Hole
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Macular Hole

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A Macular Hole is a small break in the macula, located in the center of the eyes light sensitive tissue called the retina. The macula is responsible for our sharp, central vision. The most common cause of a Macular Hole is related to the normal aging process. As we age, the vitreous gel in the eye becomes thinner and seperates from the retina. This causes a hole.

10. PVD
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PVD

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Posterior Vitreous Detachment

The are millions of fine fibers within the vitreous attached to the retina. As we age, the vitreous slowly shrinks and these fibers pull on the retina and can seperate. This is a common condition for persons over the age of 50.

11. Retinal Detachment
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Retinal Detachment

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The retina is the light sensitive layer of tissue that lines the inside of the eye and sends messages through the optic nerve to the brain. When the retina detaches it is lifted or pulled from its normal position. These are treated promptly to prevent permanent vision loss.

12. Retinal Tear
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Retinal Tear

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A Retinal Tear occurs when part of the retina seperates from the outer layers of the eye. If the vitreous pulls away from the retina, it can tear. Fluid may pass through the tear lifting the retina. Treatment is done promptly to avoid the retina from detaching.

13. Retinal Vein Occlusion
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Retinal Vein Occlusion

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A Retinal Vein Occlusion is a blockage of small veins that carry blood away from the retina and back to your heart. It usually is a painless decrease in vision.

14. Subconjunctival Hemorrhage
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Subconjunctival Hemorrhage

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A Subconjunctival Hemorrhage occurs when a tiny vessel breaks just underneath the clear surface of your eye. The conjunctiva doesn't absorb the blood quickly so it may take a few weeks to clear. This is normally a harmless condition.

15. Vitreous Hemorrhage
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Vitreous Hemorrhage

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A Vitreous Hemorrhage is the leakage of blood into the areas around the vitreous humor. The vitreous humor is the clear gel that fills the space between the lens and the retina. This causes painless visual loss.