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Retinal detachment
A serious condition in which the retina layer peels away from the inside wall of the eyeball, possibly leading to blindness if not treated immediately.
Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this
41 years experience
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Baby 0-2 | Rare | ||||
Toddler 3-5 | Rare | ||||
Preteen 6-13 | |||||
Teenager 14-18 | Common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | Common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Common | ||||
Senior 60+ | Common |
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