The condition where the optic nerves present at the back of both the eyes swell up is called bilateral papilledema. Double vision, blurred vision, temporary vision loss, and seeing flashes of light are the common symptoms seen in this condition. When the pressure in the brain increases, which can be due to traumatic head injury, anemia, fluid build-up in the brain, and brain inflammation, it can result in papilledema.
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Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Papilledema is swelling of the optic nerve head due to an increase in intracranial pressure.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the OCT (optic coherence tomography) reports of your left eye. (attachment removed to proteect patient identity).
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Papilloedema is always bilateral. It is due to increased pressure in the brain. If it is unilateral, it is called papillitis, that is due to underlying inflammation.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your case. But initially, we need to find the underlying cause of the papilledema. Here are my opinions: Your blood pressure needs to be checked.
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