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Central Serous Chorioretinopathy

What is Central Serous Chorioretinopathy?

Central Serous Chorioretinopathy (CSCR/CSR) is an eye condition where fluid leaks from a layer of blood vessels under the retina (the choroid) and accumulates beneath the retina or the retinal pigment epithelium (RPE). This buildup creates a small detachment in the retina, leading to blurry or distorted vision.

While CSCR typically affects only one eye at a time, in some cases, both eyes may be involved simultaneously.

Symptoms

How can you tell if you might have CSCR? Common symptoms include

Blurry or distorted
central vision

A dark or gray spot in central vision

Straight lines
appearing wavy

Colors appearing duller than usual

Increased sensitivity
to light

Who can be affected?

Men
(More common in men
aged 20 - 50)

People under stress (Linked to high stress levels)

Steroid users (Including oral, nasal and
topical steroids)

People with sleep issues (Poor sleep or irregular sleep patterns)

Individuals with high blood pressure

How is CSCR diagnosed?

  • OCT Scan (Optical Coherence Tomography)

    – to check fluid under the retina

  • Fluorescein Angiography

    – to assess leakage from blood vessels

  • Indocyanine Green Angiography

    – for detailed choroidal imaging

Treatment options

Observation

Many cases heal naturally within 2 - 3 months

Medication

Some patients may benefit from oral medication to speed up recovery

Laser / Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) / Anti-VEGF Therapy

Used for chronic or severe cases to reduce fluid leakage

How to prevent CSCR?

Manage stress

Try relaxation techniques like meditation or exercise regularly

Reduce or
avoid steroid

Only take steroids when necessary

Improve sleep quality

Maintain a regular sleep schedule

Control blood pressure

Monitor and manage hypertension