5- RETINAL DISORDERS

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Define diabetic retinopathy.

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Diabetic retinopathy is a diabetes complication that affects the eyes.

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List clinical manifestations of retinal detachment.

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Clinical manifestations include sudden flashes of light, floaters, and shadow over vision.

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Name a diagnostic test for retinal detachment.

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An ultrasound of the eye is often used to diagnose retinal detachment.

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Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy (PDR)

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Characterized by new vessel formation or vitreous/preretinal hemorrhage or tractional retinal detachment.

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Hard Exudates

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Leaky deposits in the retina, seen in moderate NPDR.

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New Vessel Formation

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Growth of new blood vessels, characteristic of PDR.

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Microaneurysms in NPDR

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Localized swelling of small blood vessels in the retina.

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Blood leakage in NPDR

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Leads to potential vision issues if it affects the macula.

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Color discrimination in NPDR

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Decreases due to edema.

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Consequence of blood flow interference in the retina

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Prevents proper nourishment