Retinal tears can lead to retinal detachment, or detachment can occur due to other causes. Learn the symptoms, treatment, and outlook for these conditions.

Retinal detachment happens when an injury causes the retina to peel away from the wall of the eye. It can happen quickly, or a small tear can continue to progress over time until the retina detaches.

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