Jun 18, 2023 · A retinal tear is less severe than a retinal detachment, but you still may need treatment. You probably won’t feel pain, but you may have blurry vision and a lot of eye floaters and light flashes.

Mar 24, 2025 · Usually the vitreous moves around on the retina without causing problems. But the vitreous may stick to the retina and pull hard enough to tear it. When that happens, fluid can pass …

Aug 29, 2025 · A detached retina can seriously harm your vision, making rapid action essential. Because of this, it’s important to understand the signs and symptoms of a retinal tear.

Retinal tears develop when the vitreous pulls on the retina while retinal holes develop due to progressive thinning of the retina. Retinal holes are typically smaller and have a lower risk for causing a retinal …

Oct 27, 2025 · A retinal tear can lead to a dangerous condition called retinal detachment, which is an emergency. Symptoms of a retinal tear include flashes, floaters, and blurry vision.

Jan 10, 2025 · Ophthalmologists warn that while a retinal tear itself might not immediately cause vision loss, it can allow fluid to seep underneath the retina, leading to a detached retina – a more severe …

Mar 13, 2024 · While a retinal tear is unlikely to damage vision, it can lead to serious complications such as retinal detachment. Retinal tears become more common as a person ages. This is because as a...

Retinal tears occur in about 1 in 10 people who experience posterior vitreous detachment, an age-related change where the gel inside the eye separates from the retina. They are less common in …

Dec 6, 2023 · Symptoms of a retinal tear include flashing lights, floaters, and a shadow or “curtain” falling across your vision. See an ophthalmologist right away if you develop these symptoms. A …

Retinal tears occur when the delicate retinal tissue gets pulled away from the back lining of the eye. Retinal tears affect over 10% of the world’s population. All retinal tears need to be taken seriously as …