What are the Drusen?

There are deposits that may occur in an eye choroid, in an area known as Bruch's membrane or around the optical nerve. Drusen development seems to be a natural by -product of aging, but sometimes these deposits may be associated with visual problems. They are usually identified during a routine eye test in which they can be seen by a doctor, and other diagnostic testing, such as ultrasound or other medical imaging studies of the eye and head, can be used to learn more about the exact location and size of the deposit.

The mechanism for the formation of Drusen is not understood. These may be deposits that remain the immune system or can be associated with natural processes inside the eye. They spill color from white to cream yellow and have a shimmering look that inspired the name - "Drusen" is German for "geode". They may vary greatly in size and shape, often appear as a disk when they are enlarged.

Drusen in choroidus differs from deposits around the optical nerve. In the case of deposits around the choroid there are manyNaturally, people have it as they age. In some cases, they may be associated with macular degeneration. It is not known whether the deposits cause or are simply associated with the degeneration of maculas. Drusen development in younger patients or rapid growth of these bearings may be a reason for concern, as this may indicate that abnormalities are inside the eye.

When these formations develop along the optical nerve, the nerve slowly compresses over time. This can cause distortion in the field of view, especially around the edges, and may even cause blindness. There are other rare complications, including eye bleeding that may occur in patients with optical nerve drusen.

There is no medicine for these deposits. Treatment is aimed at managing and monitoring patients for any signs of changes. DRUSEN can occasionally be associated with other complications, which is important to take regular eye tests to be able to monitor STAv. Patients should also make sure they receive a copy of their graph if they need to switch a doctor so that the new doctor can read notes where the deposits were first recorded and how they changed from the initial diagnosis. This information can be very useful to control the patient's condition.