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What is Retinoscopy
When to do Retinoscopy
Diseases in which Retinoscopy is done
Symptoms that require Retinoscopy
How Retinoscopy is done
How long will Retinoscopy take
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What is Retinoscopy

Retinoscopy is a technique used to measure an individual’s refractive error.It is used to determine the amount of correction required to correct the patient's vision.

It involves shining a streak of light into the eye and then observing the reflection from the back of the eye.The light is moved in and out of the eye to see how the reflection changes.

This helps the doctor determine the power of the corrective lenses that are needed.Retinoscopy is a very precise and accurate method of measuring the refractive error of the eye.

It is typically used to measure the refractive error of young children and those with strong refractive errors.

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When to do Retinoscopy

  1. Retinoscopy is a procedure used to measure the refractive error of the eye. It is used to determine the power of the corrective lenses needed to correct vision problems such as nearsightedness and farsightedness.
  2. Retinoscopy should be done in people of all ages, including children, adults, and the elderly. It is particularly useful in screening for vision problems in children and assessing refractive error in adults.
  3. Retinoscopy should also be done in people with a history of eye problems, such as glaucoma, cataracts, retinal detachment, and other disorders.
  4. A patient should consult a doctor urgently for Retinoscopy if they experience sudden changes in their vision, such as blurred vision, halos, or double vision. They should also seek urgent medical care if they have pain or discomfort in the eyes, headaches, or any other unusual symptoms.
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Diseases in which Retinoscopy is done

  1. Myopia: Retinoscopy can help determine the power of the glasses needed to correct the myopia.
  2. Hyperopia: Retinoscopy can help determine the power of the glasses needed to correct the hyperopia.
  3. Astigmatism: Retinoscopy can help determine the power of the contact lenses or glasses needed to correct the astigmatism.
  4. Strabismus: Retinoscopy can help determine the amount of prism needed to correct the strabismus.
  5. Amblyopia: Retinoscopy can help determine the amount of prism needed to correct the amblyopia.
  6. Glaucoma: Retinoscopy can help determine the extent of the damage to the optic nerve and the amount of pressure in the eye.
  7. Cataracts: Retinoscopy can help determine the extent of the cataract and the need for cataract surgery.
  8. Macular Degeneration: Retinoscopy can help determine the extent of the damage to the macula and the need for corrective lenses or surgery.
  9. Diabetic Retinopathy: Retinoscopy can help determine the amount of damage to the blood vessels in the eye and the need for laser treatment or surgery.
  10. Uveitis: Retinoscopy can help determine the extent of the inflammation in the eye and the need for steroids or other treatments.
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Symptoms that require Retinoscopy

  1. Blurred vision: Your vision is not as clear as it used to be, making it difficult to see things clearly.
  2. Difficulty focusing: You have difficulty keeping your eyes focused on what you are looking at, and your vision is blurry when you try to look at something.
  3. Double vision: You can see two images of the same thing at the same time.
  4. Eye strain: You experience pain and pressure behind your eyes when you try to focus on something for a long period of time.
  5. Halos around lights: You see a halo or ring around bright lights when you look at them.
  6. Headaches: You experience frequent headaches, particularly when you use your eyes to look at things.
  7. Eye twitching: You experience involuntary eye twitching or spasms.
  8. Poor night vision: You have difficulty seeing clearly in the dark.
  9. Poor depth perception: You have difficulty judging distances or telling objects apart from one another.
  10. Squinting: You squint or use your hands to block out some of the light when you try to look at something.
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How Retinoscopy is done

  1. Retinoscopy is a diagnostic procedure used to measure the refractive error of your eyes. It is often used to detect nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, and other refractive errors. With fully automated equipment, the test is painless and relatively quick.
  2. First, you will be asked to put your chin on a chin rest and look into the automated retinoscope machine. The retinoscope machine will then project a streak of light into your eyes. This will help the doctor measure the refractive error of your eyes.
  3. Next, you will be asked to focus on a target or a series of targets that will appear on the wall. As you focus, the automated retinoscope machine will measure how your eyes respond to the light. The doctor will use the results of the retinoscopy to determine your prescription.
  4. The entire process should take no more than 15 minutes. During the test, you should not feel any discomfort or pain. However, if you experience any eye strain or dizziness, let the doctor know immediately.
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How long will Retinoscopy take

  1. The retinoscopy usually takes about 10 minutes, and the results are usually available within 24 hours.
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Dr.Aditya Raut, MBBS, DOMS, Cataract and Refractive Surgeon, with experience of over 3000 cataract surgeries.
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