The symptoms of a retinal detachment can range from an increase in the number of little "cobwebs" or specks that float about in your field of vision, and/or light flashes in the eye. Another symptom is the appearance of a curtain over the field of vision.

Retina and Vitreous Service

The Retina and Vitreous Service provides a full spectrum of medical and surgical management of diseases affecting the back of the eye. Surgeons in this Service have extensive experience in the treatment of diseases and conditions such as retinal detachment, retinitis pigmentosa, vascular occlusive disease, macular holes, hereditary retinal degenerations, ocular inflammation, penetrating trauma, and ocular tumors. They are also highly skilled and experienced in the management of diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration, which are covered in their own sections of this website.

This Service offers a full range of state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment, allowing examination of retinal, optic nerve, and visual pathway function. Standardized A- and B-scan ultrasonography also is available in conjunction with a complete consultation or as a separate diagnostic service.

Carolina Eye now offers FOCUS MaculaPro Vitamins for healthy vision. FOCUS MaculaPro vitamins were developed by a group of over 400 retina specialists (the medical doctors who specialize in treating macular degeneration) to provide patients with macular degeneration a trusted, physician-recommended product of the highest quality.  MaculaPro vitamins are based on the formula studied by the National Eye Institute.  FOCUS MaculaPro vitamins are manufactured in an FDA-registered facility using only high quality ingredients. Extensive testing is performed to assure the premium quality of FOCUS MaculaPro vitamins.

FOCUS MaculaPro +Lutein are now available for smokers.

If you have any questions or if we can be of service to you, please do not hesitate to contact us today by phone or email.