Radiation retinopathy is when the vessels of the retina are damaged because of the side effect of the radiation treatment necessary to kill the ocular melanoma. To kill the ocular melanoma, there is healthy tissue that may be unintentionally affected by the radiation treatment. Because the normal tissues of the retina are not normally rapidly dividing like the cancer cells are, we often do not see any effect on healthy tissue for at least 6 months and sometimes as long as 5-7 years later.  Welcome to Finding Your Way with Ocular Melanoma, a guide to understanding everything there is to know about your experience with this rare cancer. Learn through the lens of my knowledge and clinical experience as a physician expert and passionate patient advocate. The more you know about ocular melanoma, the better you will do, and the better you will live. Let's go! The content shared on the Finding Your Way with Ocular Melanoma podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The information provided must not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. As a listener, you are responsible for your own health-related decisions and must consider consulting with a healthcare professional for personalized medical advice.  Tara McCannel MD PhD is a an ocular oncologist, vitreoretinal surgeon and co-founder of Seyhart Wellness. She is also the host of the Mind Body MD podcast where she shares her passion for holistic health and wellness.

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