Choroidal Dystrophies
Choroidal dystrophies are a group of hereditary diseases of the retina and the choroid, the layer rich in blood vessels that nourishes the back of the eye, and that cause a progressive decline in vision.
Frequent symptoms:
- difficulty seeing in low light
- gradual reduction of the visual field
- slow loss of visual acuity
Common causes: they are due to genetic abnormalities that affect the functioning of the cells of the retina and the choroid, so they usually appear in several members of the same family.
Which specialist treats it? The ophthalmologist is the professional who studies the back of the eye and follows up on choroidal dystrophies. If you notice persistent changes in your vision, the recommended course is to request an ophthalmologic evaluation.
Data on 5 doctors who treat choroidal dystrophies
Specialties that treat choroidal dystrophies
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in choroidal dystrophies
Dr. Carlos Takumi Namba Bando
Dr. Rodrigo Luna Muñoz
Dr. Jesús Soto Landeros
Dr. Ana Maria Ruiz Perez
Dr. Ma. Del Carmen Flores Aguilar
Dr. Melis Anaya Flores
Dr. Sergio Ruiz Esmenjaud
Dr. Jaime Ferrer Burges
Dr. Gerardo Velasco Velasco
Dra. Marcela Bergés Ahumada
Dra. Leticia Flores Ortiz
Dra. Aurora Garcia Ramirez
Dra. Karina Mateos Díaz
Dra. Sonia Pluma Rosales
Dr. Brian Eduardo Pérez Flores
Dr. Iraís Martínez Montoya
Dra. Eva Camerina Lopez Díaz Barriga
Dra. Norma Elizabeth Sanchez Ayala
Dr. Javier Cisneros Cortes
Dr. Ma. Guadalupe Pérez Guevara
Frequently asked questions
What is choroidal dystrophies?
Choroidal dystrophies are a group of hereditary diseases of the retina and the choroid, the layer rich in blood vessels that nourishes the back of the eye, and that cause a progressive decline in vision.
Which doctor treats choroidal dystrophies?
Choroidal Dystrophies is usually treated by specialists in ophthalmologist, ophthalmologist.