Central Serous Retinopathy
Overview
A retinal condition known as central serous chorioretinopathy occurs when a defect in the typically watertight layers beneath the retina allow a little pool of fluid to enter beneath the macula, or central retina. Visual function is altered by fluid leakage, which causes the macula to elevate like a blister (see figure). Males between the ages of thirty and fifty are more likely to develop central serous chorioretinopathy.
Blurred or distorted vision, a central gray or dark area, or decreased color perception are signs of central serous chorioretinopathy. Most individuals are still able to read and drive, however the degree of visual loss might vary.
Treatment
Treatment is rarely required for central serous chorioretinopathy because the majority of cases resolve on their own. Laser photocoagulation is one recognized technique that can shorten the course of central serous chorioretinopathy in some patients.
Learn more about Central Serous Retinopathy from the
American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS)