Total Colour Blindness/Achromatopsia

Achromatopsia is a rare eye condition where a person cannot see colors and may have blurry vision and trouble in bright light.
Symptoms:
  • Color blindness is a condition in which a person has difficulty distinguishing certain colors. Depending on the type, individuals may confuse red and green or blue and yellow. Colors may appear faded, dull, or confusing. Challenges often occur when interpreting traffic lights, reading color-coded materials, or identifying objects by color. Some people may have difficulty noticing subtle color differences in daily activities, such as selecting ripe fruits. Early recognition is important for adapting to visual challenges and maintaining safety in everyday life.
What is Total Colour Blindness/Achromatopsia?

Color blindness, also known as color vision deficiency, is a visual condition in which the eyes and brain perceive colors differently than individuals with normal vision. It occurs when the photoreceptor cells in the retina, called cones, do not function properly or are absent. These cones detect red, green, and blue light, and their dysfunction affects how colors are interpreted. Color blindness is usually inherited, with red-green deficiencies being the most common. However, it can also result from eye diseases, retinal disorders, or certain medications.

The condition is more prevalent in males due to X-linked genetic inheritance, though females can also be affected. Inherited color blindness is typically present from birth, while acquired forms may develop later in life. In most inherited cases, the condition is stable, but acquired types may worsen depending on the underlying cause.

Diagnosis is made through specialized color vision tests, such as Ishihara plates or anomaloscopy, to determine the type and severity of the deficiency. While there is no complete cure for inherited color blindness, adaptive strategies, specialized lenses, and visual aids help individuals function effectively.

But We provide you  100% cure and  improvement can be seen within 7 days with different types of medicinal treatment only without surgery or laser treatment

Good Normal Vision:
Bad Affected Vision:
Various Stages in Total Colour Blindness/Achromatopsia:
Type 1 - Protanopia (red-blind): Reds appear dark, orange/yellow shift to yellow-green, blues normal.
Type 2 -Deuteranopia (green-blind): Greens look beige/brown, reds dull, blues normal.
Type 3 - Tritanopia (blue-blind): Blues appear green, yellow looks pink, red/orange mostly normal.

Book Your Eye Consultation Today

About Dr. Rishabh Jain Eye Care

We are dedicated to providing trusted, patient-focused eye care with a strong emphasis on accurate diagnosis, preventive treatment, and long-term vision health. Led by Dr. Rishabh Jain, our clinic offers compassionate and personalized eye care for patients of all ages.

Contact Details

Shree ji Hospital Ujjain
9009779101
ujjain.eye@gmail.com
Monday – Saturday Morning & Evening OPD Slots Available
Proudly Crafted by Digital Kuber © 2026