Is there a vitamin deficiency? A good diet is important for good health, but there is no known vitamin deficiency in retinal disorders like RP. See Vitamin A therapy in 15 above. Supplementation with Lutein, an anti-oxidant found in leafy green vegetables may provide some improvement in sensitivity to glare. Trials to prove or disprove the benefits of Lutein supplementation have proved inconclusive and are continuing.

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