Macular Hole
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A macular hole is a small opening that forms in the macula, the central area of the retina responsible for fine, detailed vision. It usually appears gradually and affects the sharpness with which objects are perceived straight ahead.
Frequent symptoms: blurry or distorted vision in the center of the visual field, straight lines that appear wavy, and difficulty reading or recognizing faces.
Common causes: it is related to aging changes in the vitreous, although it can also be associated with injuries or other eye conditions.
Which specialist assesses it? The ophthalmologist, particularly one who focuses on medical and surgical retina, is the right one to examine the back of the eye. If you notice persistent distortion in your central vision, it is advisable to schedule a review with this professional.
Data on 2,806 doctors who treat macular hole
Which specialist treats macular hole?
A macular hole is evaluated by an ophthalmologist, a specialist in eye disease, who can confirm the diagnosis and discuss treatment options. See this specialist if you notice blurry or distorted vision at the center of your visual field.
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Doctors specialized in macular hole
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Talina Mendivil Sánchez
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Cristian Eduardo Flores Aceves
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Eleazar Hernández Ruíz
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Rosa Elena Caballero Landinez
Dr. Edgar Varela Santoyo
Dr. Aslhie Oyuki Orzuna Vazquez
Dr. JORGE RAMIRO PEREZ PASTRANA
Frequently asked questions
What is macular hole?
A macular hole is a small opening that forms in the macula, the central area of the retina responsible for fine, detailed vision. It usually appears gradually and affects the sharpness with which objects are perceived straight ahead.
Which doctor treats macular hole?
A macular hole is evaluated by an ophthalmologist, a specialist in eye disease, who can confirm the diagnosis and discuss treatment options. See this specialist if you notice blurry or distorted vision at the center of your visual field.