CELLOPHANE MACULOPATHY AND SYMPTOMS

What are its symptoms?

The symptoms of cellophane maculopathy are usually very quiet and are easily ignored; But the severity will increase if the condition is not monitored and detected in time. Patients should see an ophthalmologist if they have the following symptoms:

• Blurred or impaired vision
• Difficulty observing details or seeing distant objects, especially when driving or reading small letters
• Distorted, wavy vision (This is the main symptom that causes patients to seek medical attention and is often in advanced stages of the disease).
• Loss of central vision
• Double vision

How to diagnose cellophane maculopathy?

The vision test alone is not enough to help diagnose the condition in cases when the vision is still good. Therefore, the affected eye should be thoroughly examined with dilated pupils for fundoscopy.

Retinal tomography (OCT) is a modern and effective diagnostic tool for accurately identifying the cellophane maculopathy. An OCT scan helps to examine the retinal layers carefully, allowing for precise determination of the cellophane maculopathy condition such as thickness, spread and associated lesions to each micrometer.

This is a non-invasive imaging test that uses light, so it can be repeatedly used affecting the eye. This helps doctors to not only diagnose but to also evaluate the treatment process effectively and safely.

In some cases, a fluorescence angiography may be performed, which is the use of a contrast medium that clearly illuminates the area of ​​the retina with a cellophane maculopathy.

After a thorough examination and necessary tests, the doctor will advise treatment, especially when the membrane is thick and there are physical symptoms affecting vision. Untreated cases should be periodically monitored to prevent progression.