Retinal dystrophy (including retinitis pigmentosa, wet or dry macular degeneration, early-onset macular degeneration, rod and/or cone dystrophy)

Retinal dystrophy (including retinitis pigmentosa, wet or dry macular degeneration, early-onset macular degeneration, rod and/or cone dystrophy)

Retinal dystrophy is a group of rare genetic eye conditions that cause damage to the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. These inherited retinal diseases cause vision problems and can even cause blindness. There are many different types of retinal dystrophy, including retinitis pigmentosa, Stargardt disease, cone dystrophy, rod-cone dystrophy, choroideremia, macular dystrophy, achromatopsia, and blue cone monochromatism. 

Types of Retinal Dystrophy

- Retinitis pigmentosa (RP)

- Stargardt disease

- Cone dystrophy

- Rod-cone dystrophy

- Choroideremia

- Macular dystrophy

- Achromatopsia

- Blue Cone Monochromatism

Causes of Retinal Dystrophy

Retinal dystrophies are caused by genetic mutations that affect the retina's ability to function properly. These mutations can be inherited from one or both parents or can occur spontaneously. 

Symptoms of Retinal Dystrophy

The symptoms of retinal dystrophy vary depending on the type of dystrophy. Some common symptoms include:

- Night blindness

- Blind spots in peripheral vision

- Central vision loss

- Difficulty seeing colors

- Eye pain in bright light

- Sensitivity to light

Diagnosis of Retinal Dystrophy

Retinal dystrophies are diagnosed by eye doctors and can be identified through genetic testing. Patients may see an ophthalmologist, genetic counselor, and low vision specialist.

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