Blindness
January, 29th, 2025
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Complete or partial loss of vision.
Description
Blindness is the complete or partial loss of vision. Many things can cause blindness, including accidents, diabetes and certain eye diseases.
Overview
Blindness can happen suddenly or over a period of time. Often there’s no pain.
Symptoms
Suddenly occurring blindness needs emergency medical treatment. Vision rehabilitation is very effective in helping people with blindness lead full, productive lives.
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