Dichromate

Dichromat (di- + Greek chroma, chromatos color) is a term used in ophthalmology to designate a partial impairment of color vision, in which the ability to distinguish certain colors from the visible spectrum is reduced.

With dichromatism, a person can only normally distinguish between two colors, usually red and green or blue and yellow. Other colors are perceived distorted. This occurs due to the absence or malfunction of one of the three types of cones in the retina, which are responsible for the perception of red, green and blue colors.

Dichromatism is a congenital and genetically determined disease. It occurs most often in men. Dichromatism is diagnosed using special color tables. Treatment is usually not required, but in some professions that involve working with color, dichromatism may be a contraindication.

Dichromat is a term used in ophthalmology to describe a condition in which the eyes have different color shades. Dichromacy occurs due to a malfunction of the light-sensitive cells in the eye that are responsible for color perception.

Dichromacy can be caused by various reasons, such as genetic factors, eye injuries, diseases, age-related changes, etc. Depending on the cause, dichromacy can manifest itself in different ways. Some people may have one or more colors that are not perceived normally, and others may have difficulty recognizing colors in general.

Treatment for dichromacy can be complex and depends on the cause of its occurrence. In some cases, treatment may include surgery or the use of special lenses and glasses. However, in most cases, treatment for dichromacy is symptomatic and aimed at reducing the discomfort associated with this condition.

It is important to note that dichromacy is not a disease that can lead to vision loss. However, it can significantly degrade a person's quality of life, especially if they work in a field related to flowers or design. Therefore, if you or your loved ones have difficulty perceiving colors, you need to consult a specialist for diagnosis and treatment.