Health and Social Care Unit 4 - Sensory System Malfunctions - Eye 0.0 / 5 ? Health & Social CareThe EyeBTEC NationalAQA Created by: Lauren IvankoCreated on: 26-06-20 08:50 What are Cataracts? These are cloudy patches that develop on the eye 1 of 18 What is the treatment for cataracts? There is surgery carried out in order to remove the lens and replace it 2 of 18 What are 2 main causes for cataracts? Lifestyle choices such as heavy smoking and drinking are linked to the development of cataracts 3 of 18 What is Glaucoma? This is a build up of pressure on the eyes that can effect sight 4 of 18 What is affected if too much pressure is applied to fibres of the nerves? The Optic Nerve 5 of 18 What are 2 main causes of Glaucoma? Genetics associated with high blood pressure, Age 6 of 18 What is Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) ? This is a painless eye condition which causes the loss of central vision 7 of 18 What happens over time when diagnosed with AMD? Vision is blurred, colours appear dull and faces become difficult to recognise 8 of 18 What is Wet AMD? This develops when abnormal blood vessels form underneath the Macaula and damage its cells 9 of 18 What is Dry AMD? This develops when cells of the Macula become damaged by a build up of deposits 10 of 18 What is Retinopathy a common side affect of? This is a common side affect of diabetes 11 of 18 What is Retinopathy? Occurs when high blood sugar levels cause damage to the cells of the retina 12 of 18 What happens if Retinopathy is left untreated? Potential Blindness 13 of 18 What are possible treatments of Glaucoma? Non-surgical eye drops and medication to relax the eye. Or laser treatment 14 of 18 What are treatments of Dry AMD? Nutritional therapy, healthy diet with high antioxidants. 15 of 18 What are treatments of Wet AMD? VEGF - this is an injection of the chemical called anti- VEGF into the eye. Cuaes new blood vessels to grow and relax others 16 of 18 What does laser eye surgery do? Treats the growth of new blood vessels at the back of the eye 17 of 18 What does Eye surgery treat? This removes blood and scar tissue from the eye 18 of 18
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