Loss of peripheral vision - Treatment in Pune
Dr Rajeev Raut Eye Clinic Raut Eye Care

Peripheral vision is the vision you have at the sides and corners of your visual field.It is important for detecting motion, recognizing objects and maintaining balance.Loss of peripheral vision can result from various causes, including diseases, injury and stroke.Loss of peripheral vision can make it difficult to identify obstacles and recognize people or objects at the sides of your vision.It can also cause difficulty in judging distance, walking in a straight line or recognizing traffic signs.Loss of peripheral vision is a serious problem and should be treated promptly to prevent further vision loss and other complications.Treatment may involve medication, surgery, lifestyle changes or vision aids such as glasses or contact lenses.

1. Have you noticed a gradual decline or sudden onset of your vision loss?
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2. Do you experience any pain or discomfort when you look to the side?
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3. Have you noticed any changes in color perception or clarity of vision?
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1. Glaucoma: A condition in which the pressure in the eye increases, damaging the optic nerve and causing vision loss, including peripheral vision.
2. Trauma: Damage to the eye caused by an injury that may result in loss of peripheral vision.
3. Retinal detachment: When the retina separates from the back of the eye, which can cause vision loss, including peripheral vision.
4. Diabetic retinopathy: A complication of diabetes that affects the blood vessels in the retina and can cause vision loss, including peripheral vision.
5. Migraine headaches: Some migraine sufferers experience a condition called scintillating scotoma, which can cause vision loss, including peripheral vision.
6. Macular degeneration: A condition that affects the macula, which is the central part of the retina and can cause vision loss, including peripheral vision.
7. Cataracts: Clouding of the lens of the eye, which can cause vision loss, including peripheral vision.
8. Optic neuritis: Inflammation of the optic nerve, which can cause vision loss, including peripheral vision.
9. Stroke: Damage to the blood vessels in the brain, which can cause vision loss, including peripheral vision.

1. Medical Treatment
1. Eyeglasses: Eyeglasses are used to correct vision problems resulting from refractive errors such as myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. They can also help improve peripheral vision.
2. Contact lenses: Contact lenses are worn directly on the eye and can improve vision and peripheral vision.
3. Vision therapy: Vision therapy is a type of therapy used to improve vision and eye coordination. It includes exercises, activities, and games that improve the ability to use both eyes together and improve peripheral vision.
4. Low vision aids: Low vision aids are devices such as magnifiers and telescopes that can help improve vision and peripheral vision.
5. Diet and lifestyle changes: Diet and lifestyle changes such as eating a balanced diet and getting regular exercise can help improve vision and peripheral vision.
6. Prescription eye drops: Prescription eye drops can be used to treat conditions such as glaucoma and dry eye, which can lead to loss of peripheral vision.
2. Surgical Treatment
1. Vitrectomy - A vitrectomy is a surgical procedure that involves removing the vitreous (the jelly-like substance) from the eye and replacing it with a clear fluid to improve peripheral vision.
2. Retinopexy - Retinopexy is a surgical procedure that involves the use of lasers or cryotherapy to reattach the retina to the back of the eye. This helps to improve peripheral vision.
3. Optic Nerve Sheath Fenestration - Optic nerve sheath fenestration is a surgical procedure that involves making a small hole in the optic nerve sheath to improve peripheral vision.
4. Cataract Surgery - Cataract surgery involves the removal of the cloudy lens of the eye and replacing it with a new artificial lens to improve peripheral vision.
5. Corneal Transplant - A corneal transplant is a surgical procedure that involves replacing the diseased or damaged cornea with a healthy donor cornea to improve peripheral vision.
3. Home Remedies
1. Lutein Supplementation: A dietary supplement containing lutein, a carotenoid found in green leafy vegetables, may help improve peripheral vision loss.
2. Glutathione Supplementation: Glutathione is a powerful antioxidant found in certain foods that may help to protect the eyes from oxidative damage and improve vision loss.
3. Vitamin A Supplementation: Vitamin A is important for healthy vision, and supplementing with high doses of this vitamin can help improve vision loss.
4. Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Omega-3 fatty acids are found in fatty fish, nuts, and other sources, and may help to reduce inflammation in the eyes and improve vision loss.
5. Quercetin Supplementation: Quercetin is a powerful antioxidant found in certain foods that may help to protect the eyes from oxidative damage and improve vision loss.
6. Zinc Supplementation: Zinc is important for healthy vision, and supplementing with high doses of this mineral can help improve vision loss.
7. Exercise: Regular exercise can help improve overall blood flow to the eyes and may help to improve vision loss.
8. Eye Exercises: Certain eye exercises can help to strengthen the eye muscles and may help to improve vision loss.