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Causes of a Detached Retina - Decentration and LASIK Eye Surgery
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Causes of a Detached Retina

The exact causes of a detached retina are still being explored, as this eMedTV page explains. What is known, however, is that certain risk factors, such as diabetes and older age, can increase your chance of developing a detached retina.

Causes of a Macular Hole

A macular hole can be the result of vitreous pulling or certain eye conditions, such as injury to the eye. This eMedTV segment discusses possible causes of a macular hole, as well as factors that put you at higher risk of developing one.

Causes of Blepharitis

Common causes of blepharitis include bacterial infection, scalp dandruff, and acne rosacea. This portion of the eMedTV library describes the causes of blepharitis in detail and explains how they differ for each type.

Complications of LASIK Surgery

Decentration and LASIK Eye Surgery

Some eye surgeries can lead to decentration, and LASIK eye surgery carries this risk. As this eMedTV page explains, this happens when the laser is not properly aligned with your eye, resulting in blurred vision and a glare that worsens at night.