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Right eye CSR
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I had CSR in my left eye 2 times and both of them took more than 1 month to recover automatically. I used megabrom eye drops. This was prescribed by doctor which I consulted. Now I had CSR in my right eye and it's been 2 weeks I am giving the same medicine. I consulted doctor and has done oct which indicated CSR. Doctor had told me to do a DFA of eye to see leakage is present or not. Bilutni haven't done the DFA. So should I wait for around 1 month to see if it's recovering or not or Should I go for DFA?
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Central serous retinopathy (CSR) can resolve spontaneously, but given your history of two previous episodes in the left eye and now involvement of the right eye, this recurrent pattern needs careful assessment. While waiting for spontaneous resolution is reasonable for first-time CSR, your case warrants a more proactive approach. The FFA (fundus fluorescein angiography) your doctor recommended is important because it identifies the exact leakage point and helps determine if treatment would speed recovery or prevent complications.
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I would recommend proceeding with the FFA now rather than waiting the full month. Two weeks into the current episode is an appropriate time for this test. The FFA will show whether there's an active leakage point that could benefit from focal laser treatment or other intervention. Meanwhile, continue the medications prescribed and avoid stress, steroids (if you're taking any), and excessive caffeine, as these can worsen CSR.
Health Tips
Manage stress levels actively as stress is a known CSR trigger, ensure 7-8 hours of sleep nightly, avoid steroid-containing medications unless absolutely necessary, monitor your vision daily using an Amsler grid, keep blood pressure controlled if you have hypertension, stay well-hydrated, and limit caffeine intake.
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CSR often resolves spontaneously but aa you have previous history of 2 episodes- you can undergo FFA test to look for any leak or any cause to know why repeat episodes are happening
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Go for FFA
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Dr. Nikhilesh Shete
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
7 yrs exp
Sangli
Yes
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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
Pulmonologist
46 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Ffa is ok. Pl consult. Pl de stress yourself.
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Dr. Snehal Malu
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
7 yrs exp
Yavatmal
Go with DFA for finding cause of recurrent episodes of CSR
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Dr. Saba Kausar
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
Yes ffa
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