What is the Retina?
The retina lines the back of the eye, and it’s connected to the brain by the optic nerve. It plays a crucial role in vision. When light enters the eye, the retina converts it into signals. These signals then travel through the optic nerve to the brain, where they are processed and perceived as images.
The center of the retina is called the macula. The macula helps you see things clearly right in front of you. You use it when you read, look at someone’s face, watch TV, or notice small details. Conditions that affect the macula, such as macular degeneration, diabetic macular edema, macular holes, or macular puckers, can interfere with daily activities even when side vision remains strong.
