Patient's question:
My uncle has been feeling some pain in his eyes recently. Sometimes he can't see things very clearly, and he also experiences headaches. He needs to rest for a while to recover. The doctor said it's caused by cerebral edema of retinal tissue. What is the treatment for retinal artery embolism?Doctor's answer:
Retinal artery embolism is primarily treated with anticoagulant, thrombolytic, and vasodilator medications, as well as interventional or surgical methods. This disease is mostly caused by various factors such as retinal artery hardening, hypertension, or hypotension, and it can affect vision, thereby impacting normal work and daily life. The condition is relatively severe. It is important to seek follow-up treatment at a regular public hospital ophthalmology department and consult a specialized doctor to adopt appropriate treatment methods based on the actual condition. Avoid staying up late and emotional excitement; maintain a light, low-salt, low-fat, and low-cholesterol diet, and quit smoking and drinking.