The retina is a crucial but hidden part of your eye, located at the back as a delicate layer of tissue. It functions like film in a camera, capturing incoming light and converting it into electrical signals. These signals are sent to the brain through the optic nerve, where they are translated into the images you see.
Various conditions such as retinal detachment, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy can impair the retina's ability to process light, leading to symptoms like dark spots, wavy lines, flashes of light, and faded colors. In severe cases, these issues can cause vision loss or blindness. Click below to request an appointment today to get screened for one of these conditions!