Vitreous detachment

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Vitreous Detachment

Vitreous Detachment (pronunciation: vih-tree-us deh-tach-ment) is a condition in which the vitreous humor, a gel-like substance that fills the eye, separates from the retina. This is a common occurrence as people age, but it can also occur as a result of injury or disease.

Etymology

The term "vitreous" comes from the Latin word "vitreus", meaning "glassy" or "transparent", referring to the clear, gel-like substance that fills the eye. "Detachment" comes from the French word "détacher", meaning "to separate" or "to detach", referring to the separation of the vitreous humor from the retina.

Symptoms

Symptoms of vitreous detachment may include floaters, flashes of light, or a shadow or curtain appearing across the field of vision. These symptoms can occur suddenly or gradually over time.

Causes

Vitreous detachment is most commonly caused by age-related changes in the vitreous humor. As people age, the vitreous humor can shrink and pull away from the retina. Other causes can include eye injury, high myopia, or inflammatory eye diseases.

Treatment

Treatment for vitreous detachment is typically not necessary unless it leads to a retinal detachment. In this case, surgery may be required to reattach the retina and prevent vision loss.

Related Terms

  • Retina: The light-sensitive layer of tissue at the back of the eye.
  • Vitreous Humor: The clear, gel-like substance that fills the eye.
  • Floaters: Small specks or clouds moving in your field of vision.
  • Myopia: Also known as nearsightedness, a condition in which close objects appear clearly, but far ones don't.
  • Retinal Detachment: A serious eye condition that occurs when the retina pulls away from its normal position.

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