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1. www.aao.org › Assets › 101a334c-a338-454f-9bcc-b6a23Category of Visual Impairment - American Academy of Ophthalmology

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   the term “blindness” categories 3, 4 and 5. If the extent of the visual field is taken into account, patients with a field no greater than 10 but greater than 5 around central fixation should be placed in category 3, and patients with a field no greater than 5 around central fixation should be placed in category 4, even if

2. my.clevelandclinic.org › health › diseasesBlindness (Vision Impairment): Types, Causes and Treatment

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   Eye injuries, or ocular trauma, can happen in many ways. It usually affects only one eye. Damage can result from: 1. Chemical burns. 2. Exposure to toxins 3. Fights. 4. Fireworks. 5. Industrial accidents, including falls. 6. Motor vehicle crashes. 7. Sports.

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   Many infectious diseases can lead to vision loss and sometimes blindness. These include: 1. Trachoma. This is the leading cause of preventable blindness in the world. 2. Cytomegalovirus. 3. Endophthalmitis. 4. Histoplasmosis. 5. Keratitis, including acanthamoeba keratitis. 6. Rubella. 7. Shingles. 8. Syphilis. 9. Toxoplasmosis. 10. Uveitis.

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   Many non-infectious diseases can cause blindness, but some in only the most severe stages of the disease. These include: 1. Retinitis pigmentosa. This term refers to a group of conditions that affect your retina, the part of your eye that has special cells that react to light. As the condition progresses, the retinal cells break down. This leads fi...

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   Learn about the different types of blindness, such as partial, complete, congenital, legal and nutritional blindness. Find out the common causes of blindness, such as infections, injuries, diseases and deficiencies, and how to prevent or treat them.

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4. www.medicalnewstoday.com › articles › types-of-blindnessTypes of blindness: Partial, total, congenital, and more

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   Apr 24, 2023 · Learn about the different types of blindness, such as total, low, legal, and visual impairment, and their possible causes. Find out how age, injury, infection, disease, and genetics can affect vision loss.

5. www.who.int › blindness-and-visual-impairmentBlindness and vision impairment - World Health Organization (WHO)

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   Aug 10, 2023 · Learn about the causes, prevalence, impact and strategies to address vision loss and eye conditions worldwide. The fact sheet covers the main categories of vision impairment and blindness, such as refractive errors, cataract, diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma.

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7. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Visual_impairmentVisual impairment - Wikipedia

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   Visual or vision impairment ( VI or VIP) is the partial or total inability of visual perception. In the absence of treatment such as corrective eyewear, assistive devices, and medical treatment – visual impairment may cause the individual difficulties with normal daily tasks including reading and walking. [6] .

   • Symptoms: Decreased ability to see

8. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › pmc › articlesRevision of visual impairment definitions in the ...

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   Mar 16, 2006 · Blindness, moderate visual impairment and mild visual impairment: ICD code: Level of visual impairment in a person: H54.0: Blindness in a person Visual impairment category 3, 4, 5 or 6 in the better eye. Following are subsets of blindness in a person: • Severe blindness – visual impairment category 4 in the better eye.

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   How do people categorize blindness?

   • People can categorize blindness based on its cause or whether a person has complete or partial blindness. Blindness is a general term that includes people with low vision and those who cannot see. A wide range of conditions can cause it in newborns, children, and adults. This article will discuss types of blindness and some examples of its causes.

   Types of blindness: Partial, total, congenital, and more

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   What are the different types of blindness?

   • Blindness has many types and causes, ranging from injuries and infections to neurological or congenital conditions. People can categorize blindness based on its cause or whether a person has complete or partial blindness. Blindness is a general term that includes people with low vision and those who cannot see.

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   What are the most common conditions causing blindness?

   • Among this 1 billion people, the main conditions causing distance vision impairment or blindness are cataract (94 million), refractive error (88.4 million), age-related macular degeneration (8 million), glaucoma (7.7 million), diabetic retinopathy (3.9 million) (1). The main condition causing near vision impairment is presbyopia (826 million) (2).

   Blindness and vision impairment - World Health Organization (WHO)

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10. www.healthline.com › health › blindnessBlindness: Symptoms, Causes, Risk Factors & More - Healthline

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    Sep 5, 2019 · Blindness is the inability to see anything, including light. It can be partial or complete. Learn about the different types of blindness, how they're diagnosed and treated, and how to prevent vision loss.