Retinitis Pigmentosa in Iraq: Diagnosis, Care and Stem Cell Options
Difficulty seeing in dim light is often the first sign of Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), and many families in Baghdad, Erbil, Basra and Najaf live with it for years before getting a clear answer. This page explains how RP is confirmed, which treatments have real evidence behind them, and how Eye Stem Cell Center in India reviews patients who contact us from Iraq.
RP is a group of inherited conditions in which the rod and cone cells of the retina slowly break down. Rods fail first, so night vision goes before anything else. Side vision then narrows, like looking through a tube, while central vision is often kept until late.
The pace is slow but differs between people, even within one family.
How RP is confirmed
Dilated retinal examination to look for pigment deposits
ERG to measure how the retina responds to light
Visual field test to map side vision
Genetic testing, where it can be arranged
Why family history matters
Where marriage between cousins is common, recessive forms of RP can affect several brothers, sisters or cousins. Bringing the reports of every affected relative helps doctors recognise the pattern, and genetic counselling can guide decisions about future children.
Treatments with real evidence
Cataract surgery, since cataracts appear earlier in RP and removing them can improve remaining vision
Treatment for swelling at the macula
Vitamin A palmitate, only under medical supervision
Gene therapy, which applies only to confirmed RPE65 mutations
Low-vision aids and mobility training
Where stem cell therapy fits
Stem cell therapy for RP is experimental and is not an approved cure. Eye Stem Cell Center discusses it only after examining you in person, and no outcome can be promised.
Getting a review from Iraq
Send photos or scans of your reports on WhatsApp at +91-9760013103 with a short note on when night vision first became difficult. Our doctors will tell you honestly whether an in-person visit to Ghaziabad (Delhi-NCR) is worthwhile.
Our Medical Experts – Trusted Specialists
Eye Stem Cell Center brings together pioneers in stem cell biotechnology and highly experienced ophthalmologists to provide advanced regenerative eye care with compassion and precision.
Dr. Pallavi
Senior Consultant | Ophthalmologist & Eye Surgeon22+ Years Experience
Dr. Pallavi is renowned for her expertise in cataract and corneal surgeries. With thousands of successful procedures, she combines surgical precision with a patient‑first approach.
Consultant Ophthalmologist & Eye Surgeon | MD, DO16+ Years Experience
Dr. Robin specializes in advanced cataract surgery, refractive procedures, and keratoconus treatment. His clinical excellence ensures patients receive world‑class eye care.
Associate Professor | Vitreo-Retina Surgeon10+ Years Experience
Dr. Pawan is an expert in retinal disorders, diabetic retinopathy, and advanced retina procedures. His patient‑focused approach ensures precise treatment and long‑term vision care.
Not in general. One gene therapy is approved, but only for a specific genetic type.
Should I wait for a cure before doing anything?
No. Treating cataract, using low-vision support and monitoring regularly help you now.
Can my children be tested?
Genetic counselling can explain the options. Send your own reports first so our doctors can see which type of RP you have.
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The staff at Eye Stem Cell Center truly put patients first. From the initial consultation to follow-ups, they were attentive and supportive. I appreciated their honesty about stem cell therapy being experimental but still offering real improvements. Meeting other patients who shared positive outcomes gave me confidence in their work.
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I had an excellent experience at Eye Stem Cell Center in Ghaziabad (Delhi-NCR). The team here is highly professional and compassionate, taking the time to explain every step of the stem cell therapy process. What impressed me most was their dedication to offering hope for conditions often considered incurable, such as macular degeneration, glaucoma, optic nerve atrophy, and retinitis pigmentosa
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