Condition affects multiple body systems, including diabetes and vision loss. Diabetes mellitus typically appears around age 6, requiring insulin replacement. Optic atrophy typically starts around age 11, leading to blindness within 8 years. Approximately 70% of patients have diabetes insipidus. 65% experience sensorineural deafness, ranging from birth to adolescence
Rare congenital eye disorder causing blindness due to abnormal blood vessel development. Most common symptom is leukocoria (abnormal white reflection of retina). Usually affects only one eye, with peak onset between 6-8 years. Symptoms include blurred vision, flashes of light, and persistent color patterns. Yellow-eye effect in flash photography is early warning sign
RP is a genetic disorder causing vision loss, especially at night. Symptoms include decreased peripheral vision and tunnel vision. Disease affects 1 in 4,000 people worldwide. Onset is generally gradual, often beginning in childhood
NAION is most common acute optic nerve injury in over 50s. Disease affects both sexes equally, mean age of onset is 66. Transient hypoperfusion of short posterior ciliary arteries causes ischemia
Apple TV+ series follows humanity after losing sight centuries ago. Created by Steven Knight, premiered in November 2019. Jason Momoa stars as Baba Voss, a warrior protecting tribe with seeing twins. Series received eight Primetime Emmy Award nominations
AMD damages central vision by affecting the macula, part of the retina. It's a leading cause of vision loss for older adults. AMD doesn't cause complete blindness but affects daily tasks