10. Irregularities In the Retina
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It was discussed earlier that retina abnormalities may indicate issues with high cholesterol, but unfortunately that’s not the only worry. Another culprit for cotton-wool spots or broken blood vessels is the human immunodeficiency virus, better known as HIV. HIV, which causes AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency virus) when left untreated, attacks the body’s immune system that’s in charge of fighting off virus or disease, making it unable to fight off major health conditions like serious infections and even cancer. Other eye issues resulting from HIV include CMV retinitis, detached retina, and Kaposi sarcoma, which show themselves as purple or red lesions on the eyelids. If you notice any changes to your vision, blood clots forming, broken blood vessels or the like, be sure to speak to your doctor immediately.
