Maturity
Some vision
changes are a normal part of aging. Others may be warning signs of other
diseases such as high blood pressure or diabetes, both common in older
adults. Common occurrences during the elder years include:
Retinal
disorders are a leading cause of vision loss in elderly people. When
damaged, the light-sensitive cells lining the retina cannot pass images
to the brain. If detected and treated early, vision loss may be slowed
or halted. Some of the more common retinal conditions include:
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