Issues of the Eye

Unfortunately, like every part of the body, the eye is prone to diseases, impairments, and injuries. 

However, thankfully many of these mishaps are not only treatable, but are also what optometrists and ophthalmologists often specialize in diagnosing and/or fixing. Listed below are summaries of the etiology (cause of), inner workings, and treatment of some of the most commonly seen ocular diseases, impairments, and injuries.

Trauma-Related Injuries

Retinal Tear

Retinal Detachment