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There are no primary preventive measures available for retinitis that results from the genetic disorder, retinitis pigmentosa. However, retinitis that results from cytomegalovirus may be prevented through upholding specific preventive strategies for cytomegalovirus. These strategies include avoiding the bodily fluids and items might come in contact with infected individuals. | There are no primary preventive measures available for retinitis that results from the genetic disorder, retinitis pigmentosa. However, retinitis that results from cytomegalovirus may be prevented through upholding specific preventive strategies for cytomegalovirus. These strategies include avoiding the bodily fluids and items might come in contact with infected individuals. | ||
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===Retinitis Pigmentosa=== | ===Retinitis Pigmentosa=== | ||
*Retinitis pigmentosa is a genetic, inherited disorder that lacks any potential prevention strategies. | *Retinitis pigmentosa is a genetic, inherited disorder that lacks any potential prevention strategies. | ||
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Overview
There are no primary preventive measures available for retinitis that results from the genetic disorder, retinitis pigmentosa. However, retinitis that results from cytomegalovirus may be prevented through upholding specific preventive strategies for cytomegalovirus. These strategies include avoiding the bodily fluids and items might come in contact with infected individuals.
Primary Prevention
Retinitis Pigmentosa
- Retinitis pigmentosa is a genetic, inherited disorder that lacks any potential prevention strategies.
- Lessening and slowing of symptoms is the best, current treatment option for those suffering from retinitis pigmentosa. [1]
Cytomegalovirus
- Retinitis due to a cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection may be initially prevented by avoiding CMV. This includes:
- Incorporating good hygienic habits into one's daily lifestyle. Habits include the frequently washing hands.
- Avoiding contact with infected person's bodily fluids.
- Avoiding the potential sharing of items that have come in contact with saliva or other bodily fluids of infected individuals including beverages, food utensils, and food.
- Avoiding the kissing of infected individuals.
- Engaging in safe sexual relations. [2]
References
- ↑ GeneReviews. Retinitis Pigmentosa Overview. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK1417/
- ↑ Cytomegalovirus Prevention. Center for Disease Control and Prevention. http://www.cdc.gov/cmv/prevention.html