Can the swelling in the retina heal without surgery?
My mother experienced swelling in the retina, the doctor said that the symptoms of cataracts.
Can the swelling in the retina heal without surgery?
ANSWER
Retinal swelling and cataracts are 2 different things. Retinal swelling can be caused by various conditions, for example:
Macular degeneration (central area of the retina).
Diabetes mellitus.
Occlusion (blockage) in the retinal blood vessels.
After operation.
Scars on the surface of the retina.
Whereas cataracts is turbidity in the eye lens. The lens of the eye is usually clear so that if the eye lens is cloudy it will obscure vision. Risk factors for cataracts include sun-exposed eyes, chronic diseases (diabetes, uveitis), long-term corticosteroid consumption, a history of eye injury, a family history of cataracts, an unhealthy diet or malnutrition, smoking, and drinking large amounts of alcoholic beverages on a regular basis.
Regarding the treatment given, treatment of retinal swelling is based on the cause, including observation, eye drops, injection or surgery. In the case of cataracts, treatment through surgery to replace a cloudy eyepiece with a new clear lens.
For this reason, for your mother to get proper treatment, do not hesitate to consult with an ophthalmologist directly