Visit our Retina Center in Lake City, SC
The retina specialists and surgeons of Retina Consultants of South Carolina offer advanced care for retinal, macular, and vitreous diseases, including macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. Our Lake City retina center is easily accessible to patients from surrounding communities, including Florence, Sumter, Conway, and beyond.
123 Epps St
Lake City, SC 29560
Phone: (843) 763-4466
Fax: (843) 614-4285
Lake City Retina Specialists:
Retinal Care at Lake City
Diabetic retinopathy develops when prolonged high blood sugar levels affect the retina’s blood vessels, altering how the retina receives oxygen and nutrients. These changes can interfere with vision over time and may progress without obvious warning signs at first. Because symptoms aren’t always noticeable early on, routine eye exams play an important role in monitoring eye health for people with diabetes.
Macular degeneration is a condition that impacts the macula, the area of the retina responsible for seeing fine detail straight ahead. As the macula becomes damaged, everyday activities like reading or recognizing faces may become more challenging. While side vision is usually preserved, changes in central vision can gradually affect daily life, especially without early evaluation.
Retinal occlusions occur when normal blood circulation within the retina is disrupted. When a vein is blocked, blood may not drain properly; when an artery is affected, the retina may not receive enough oxygen-rich blood. These events can cause noticeable vision changes and are often connected to broader health conditions involving blood flow or circulation.
Flashes and floaters happen when changes inside the eye affect how light is perceived. Floaters often appear as small moving shapes, while flashes can look like brief flickers of light. Although these symptoms are common, sudden changes, especially when paired with vision loss or shadows, should be checked to rule out more serious retinal concerns.
A retinal tear forms when the retina becomes stressed or pulled, allowing a small break to develop. If fluid passes through that opening, the retina can lift away from its normal position, leading to a detachment. This separation can threaten vision and typically requires prompt medical attention to prevent lasting damage.
Macular conditions, such as macular holes and epiretinal membranes/macular puckers, affect the central area of the retina that supports detailed, focused vision. Some involve structural changes to the macula’s surface, while others involve openings or distortions within it. These changes can cause straight lines to appear wavy or make tasks requiring precision more difficult.
In addition to more commonly diagnosed retinal conditions, retina specialists also evaluate and manage a variety of less common or more complex issues. These may include inflammatory conditions such as uveitis, advanced conditions such as geographic atrophy, structural changes like lattice degeneration, or conditions such as retinoschisis, where the retinal layers begin to separate. Because these conditions can affect vision in different ways and may not always cause obvious symptoms at first, specialized evaluation helps ensure they are properly identified and monitored.
