The following information is presented to you to describe each of the most common retinal diseases treated by ophthalmologists throughout the US. In every disorder you will notice that there is no treatment available to either correct, reverse, or delay the further progression of any of the diseases discussed.

 The Pittsburgh Eye Protocol has the ability to do All Three.

Retinitis pigmentosa or RP is arguably the most common rare genetic retinal condition in America and the world. In the United States, one in every 4000 individuals are born with the disease; and around the world, one in every 5000 people are born with it. What is retinitis pigmentosa and how does one develop it? As mentioned above, retinitis pigmentosa is a genetic or hereditary eye disease that affects the retina. At this time, there are no other distinctive factors that may expose one to the risk of developing the disease other than genetics. Patients are born with the disease, but symptoms do not begin to manifest until they are in their 20s or 30s, which is why most patients aren't aware they have it. What symptoms do patients experience with retinitis pigmentosa? There are different symptoms associated with the disease, but patients usually report that the first symptom they experience is difficulty seeing in low light, dimly lit rooms, or at night. In other words, they find their ability to see in the dark drastically impaired. But how and when symptoms manifest depends on the individual's age, progression of the disease, and their body's response to the disease. Patients with retinitis pigmentosa will also find that their central and/or peripheral vision is gradually deteriorating, and as the disease progresses, they will find that their vision has become so narrowed that they are unable to function normally. Around this time, they may need assistance with their day-to-day living. They may also need a full-time companion at home to keep them safe and prevent accidents. Are there treatments available to help patients recover from the disease? To date, there is no known cure for the disease itself but there are vision aids and therapies that help patients regain some level of normalcy in their day-to-day life. Usually, the doctor's approach with regard to treatment will depend on several factors, including the patient's age, how long the patient has been dealing with their specific symptoms, their reaction to certain medications and therapies, and their overall treatment goal. The Pittsburgh Eye Protocol is a three-day program developed for patients dealing with vision problems caused by damage to the retina. It was to help patients with retinal diseases improve their vision. This three-day program offers an alternative to conventional ophthalmology methods and techniques. If you are afflicted with retinitis pigmentosa or other serious eye disease and you would like to find out how the program can improve your vision, go here.