Retinopathy

Find out how Sickle Cell Disease can affect the eyes and how to avoid serious complications.

Valsalva retinopathy occurs when the Valsalva maneuver is performed in such a force that it bursts a retinal blood vessel.

Hypertensive retinopathy is when high blood pressure damages the eye. Learn about the causes of hypertensive retinopathy and how to prevent and treat it.

Central serous retinopathy is the buildup of fluid under the retina resulting in distorted, blurry central vision in one or both eyes.

Retinopathy of prematurity affects low birthweight, premature babies. Featured on

The HIV virus attacks the immune system, which can greatly affect the eyes. One may develop HIV retinopathy and other eye conditions when HIV is present.

Retinopathy is any disease of the retina of the eye. The word retinopathy also describes damage to the retina from other diseases, such as diabetes or hypertension.