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This ailment targets the retina, the inner layer sensitive to light located at the rear of the eye. It commonly arises due to diabetes mellitus or chronic high blood pressure (hypertension).<\/p>\n
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Diabetic retinopathy involves the impairment of capillaries, which are the tiny blood vessels within the retina. These capillaries develop balloon-like swellings called aneurysms, leading to fluid leakage and bleeding (hemorrhaging) into the retina. Subsequently, abnormal capillaries grow on the retinal surface, and due to their delicate nature, there’s a potential for vitreous hemorrhage, where bleeding occurs into the gel-like substance known as the vitreous humor that fills the back of the eye. Additionally, fibrous tissue might also proliferate within the vitreous humor. Often, laser treatment can effectively halt the progression of this condition.<\/p>\n
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Hypertensive retinopathy leads to the constriction of retinal arteries. This can result in regions of the retina undergoing damage, accompanied by occurrences of bleeding and the appearance of white deposits within the retina.<\/p>\n
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