An inability to see clearly in dim light; due to a deficiency of vitamin A or to a retinal disorder.
Symptoms of Night Blindness
The following features are indicative of Night Blindness:
insufficient adaptation to darkness
the inability to see in bright light
It is possible that Night Blindness shows no physical symptoms and still is present in a patient.
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Common Causes of Night Blindness
The following are the most common causes of Night Blindness:
cataract
nearsightedness
vitamin A deficiency
birth defects
retinitis pigmentosa
Prevention of Night Blindness
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Night Blindness. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
avoid driving a car at night in case of night blindness
Occurrence of Night Blindness
Number of Cases
The following are the number of Night Blindness cases seen each year worldwide:
Common between 1 - 10 Million cases
Common Age Group
Night Blindness can occur at any age.
Common Gender
Night Blindness can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Night Blindness
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Night Blindness:
Slit lamp examination: Diagnose front sections of the eye
Electroretinography: A test that measures the electrical response of the eye's light-sensitive cells
Doctor for Diagnosis of Night Blindness
Patients should visit the following specialists if they have symptoms of Night Blindness:
Opthalmologist
Complications of Night Blindness if untreated
Yes, Night Blindness causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Night Blindness is left untreated:
xerophthalmia
Self-care for Night Blindness
The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Night Blindness:
Consumption of yellow orange fruits and vegetables rich in carotenoids: Prevents vitamin A deficiency related to night blindness
Alternative Medicine for Treatment of Night Blindness
The following alternate medicine and therapies are known to help in the treatment or management of Night Blindness:
Vitamin A supplementation: Helpful in fulfilling vitamin A deficiency
Patient Support for Treatment of Night Blindness
The following actions may help Night Blindness patients:
Support and advocacy groups support: Helps to connect with other patients and families and provide valuable services to reduce the risks of night blindness
Last updated date
This page was last updated on 2/04/2019.
This page provides information for Night Blindness.