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Night blindness, or nyctalopia in medical terminology, refers to a condition in which an individual experiences reduced vision in dark or dimly lit environments. This condition is typically not a standalone disease but rather a symptom of an underlying disorder of the visual system. Pathophysiology and Causes The main cause of night blindness is the dysfunction of rod cells in the retina. The retina is composed of rods and cones, which detect light and transmit visual signals to the brain. Rod c