Too Much Oxygen
Too much oxygen was pumped into the incubator, causing abnormal blood vessels to grow in Wonder’s eyes, as he told Oprah. The retina, which is the line of tissue at the back of the eye, is then affected by these vessels. When these vessels eventually hemorrhaged, they caused damage to the retina, causing it to detach.
Too Much Oxygen
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The Condition
This condition is known as retinopathy of prematurity, according to the National Eye Institute. It usually affects premature babies weighing up to just under 3 pounds, and it’s one of the leading causes of childhood blindness. The disease was first identified in 1942, eight years before Wonder was born. Despite the fact that it may appear improbable, the actor believes he had a lucky escape.
The Condition
