What should I do if I suddenly see flashes of light and black floaters?

Sudden flashes of light accompanied by a shower of new floaters are potential emergency warning signs of a retinal tear or developing retinal detachment. Seek immediate dilated fundus examination at Drishti Eye Clinic.

How does Dr. S.P. Sharma treat a retinal tear?

If caught early before fluid accumulates beneath the retina, a retinal tear can be sealed in an outpatient setting using Argon laser barricade photocoagulation without needing invasive surgery.

Moorfields London Trained Specialist

Vitreo-Retinal Services in Jammu

Specialized diagnostic imaging and laser treatment for retinal detachment, macular degeneration, vitreous hemorrhage, and vascular occlusions by Dr. S.P. Sharma.

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Key Highlights

Fellowship from Moorfields Hospital, London

Pan Fundus Ophthalmoscopy Imaging

Outpatient Argon Laser Barricade

Anti-VEGF Therapy for Macular Swelling

The Neural Canvas

Comprehensive Vitreo-Retinal Care

The retina is the light-sensitive sensory membrane lining the back of the eye, akin to photographic film. Disorders of the retina and vitreous humor can cause sudden or progressive visual impairment and require specialized expertise.

Having trained under renowned retina pioneers at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London, Dr. S.P. Sharma brings internationally recognized diagnostic rigor and microsurgical capabilities to Jammu, safeguarding patients from irreversible sight loss.

Critical Retina Symptoms

Sudden flashes of light (photopsia), especially in the dark.
Sudden shower of dark floaters or cobwebs drifting in vision.
A dark curtain or shadow descending over part of the visual field.
Distorted or wavy appearance of straight lines (metamorphopsia).

Conditions Treated

Retina Conditions & Management

Prompt diagnosis prevents permanent neuro-sensory vision damage.

Retinal Tears & Holes

Occurs commonly in highly myopic eyes when vitreous gel pulls away. Sealed promptly in clinic via Argon laser photocoagulation barricade.

Retinal Detachment

A surgical emergency where neurosensory retina separates from its underlying blood supply. Requires immediate specialist vitreo-retinal evaluation.

Age-Related Macular Degeneration

Degeneration of the central macula affecting fine reading vision. Managed with Anti-VEGF therapy and targeted micronutrient regimens.

Retina FAQs

Answers from Dr. S.P. Sharma

Occasional mild floaters that have been present for years are usually harmless vitreous condensations. However, the sudden onset of numerous new floaters, accompanied by flashes of light, requires an immediate dilated retinal examination to rule out an acute retinal tear.

High myopia (minus spectacles) causes elongation of the eyeball, which stretches and thins the peripheral retina. This thinning significantly increases the likelihood of lattice degeneration, holes, and retinal tears.

Protect Your Retinal Health

Consult with Dr. S.P. Sharma at Drishti Eye Clinic Jammu for advanced vitreo-retinal evaluation and laser treatments.

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