Reviewed By: Scot C. Holman, MD
WHAT ARE THE MOST COMMON RETINAL DISEASES?
Retinal diseases are common, especially as people age. These diseases damage the retina, which lies at the rear interior wall of the eye. The retina contains millions of light-sensitive nerves, known as rods and cones, that collect and arrange information sent to the optic nerve, which in turn delivers this data to your brain. This complex and sophisticated system creates vision, and damage to the retina can lead to sometimes serious vision problems, including blindness.
