Retinal Detachment: Symptoms
Retinal detachment is a medical emergency. When the retina separates from the back of the eye, it’s called retinal detachment. If you see new floaters or light flashes, or if it seems like a curtain has been pulled over your eye, go to your eye care professional right away. With surgery or laser treatment, doctors often can prevent loss of vision.
Part of: Retinal Detachment
About Retinal Detachment Symptoms
Symptoms include a sudden or gradual increase in either the number of floaters, which are little “cobwebs” or specks that float about in your field of vision, and/or light flashes in the eye.
Another symptom is the appearance of a curtain over the field of vision.
A retinal detachment is a medical emergency. Anyone experiencing the symptoms of a retinal detachment should see an eye care professional immediately. NIH – National Eye Institute