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Cystoid Macular Edema
Fluid Accumulation Causes Cystoid Macular Edema
Accumulation of fluid in the central area of the retina, the macula, is described most commonly as cystoid macular edema. This occurs often in the setting of intraocular inflammation, diabetic retinopathy, and after intraocular surgery. The swelling or accumulation of fluid in the central area of vision leads to blurred vision that makes objects appear underwater.
Treatment
Cystoid macular edema is treated several ways depending on the level of swelling. Anti-inflammatory drops and/or oral medications, along with possible intraocular medications, can be used to dry up the fluid. In addition, oral medications can be used to increase the pump function of the layer beneath the retina to dry the retinal layers.
Cystoid macular edema is most often treated successfully with aggressive therapy that may be pursued by your ophthalmologist or retina specialist.
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