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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Dysmorphopsia | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| field = [[Neurology]], [[Ophthalmology]] | |||
| symptoms = Distorted perception of shapes, sizes, and spatial relationships | |||
| complications = Difficulty in daily activities, [[anxiety]], [[depression]] | |||
| onset = Can occur at any age | |||
| duration = Varies; can be temporary or chronic | |||
| causes = [[Migraine]], [[epilepsy]], [[brain injury]], [[psychiatric disorders]] | |||
| risks = | |||
| diagnosis = Clinical evaluation, [[neuroimaging]] | |||
| differential = [[Alice in Wonderland syndrome]], [[metamorphopsia]], [[visual agnosia]] | |||
| treatment = Addressing underlying cause, [[cognitive behavioral therapy]], [[medication]] | |||
| prognosis = Depends on underlying cause | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Dysmorphopsia''' is a type of [[visual distortion]] that affects the perception of the size, shape, color, or orientation of visual objects. It is often associated with conditions affecting the [[eye]] or [[brain]], such as [[migraine]], [[macular degeneration]], or [[stroke]]. | '''Dysmorphopsia''' is a type of [[visual distortion]] that affects the perception of the size, shape, color, or orientation of visual objects. It is often associated with conditions affecting the [[eye]] or [[brain]], such as [[migraine]], [[macular degeneration]], or [[stroke]]. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The primary symptom of dysmorphopsia is a distorted perception of visual objects. This can manifest in several ways: | The primary symptom of dysmorphopsia is a distorted perception of visual objects. This can manifest in several ways: | ||
* '''[[Micropsia]]''': Objects appear smaller than they actually are. | * '''[[Micropsia]]''': Objects appear smaller than they actually are. | ||
* '''[[Macropsia]]''': Objects appear larger than they actually are. | * '''[[Macropsia]]''': Objects appear larger than they actually are. | ||
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* '''[[Aniseikonia]]''': The perceived size of an object differs between the two eyes. | * '''[[Aniseikonia]]''': The perceived size of an object differs between the two eyes. | ||
* '''[[Chromatopsia]]''': Objects appear to be an abnormal color. | * '''[[Chromatopsia]]''': Objects appear to be an abnormal color. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Dysmorphopsia can be caused by a variety of conditions affecting the eye or brain. These include: | Dysmorphopsia can be caused by a variety of conditions affecting the eye or brain. These include: | ||
* '''[[Migraine]]''': Some people experience visual distortions, including dysmorphopsia, before or during a migraine attack. | * '''[[Migraine]]''': Some people experience visual distortions, including dysmorphopsia, before or during a migraine attack. | ||
* '''[[Macular degeneration]]''': This condition, which causes damage to the central part of the retina, can lead to dysmorphopsia. | * '''[[Macular degeneration]]''': This condition, which causes damage to the central part of the retina, can lead to dysmorphopsia. | ||
* '''[[Stroke]]''': A stroke can damage the brain's visual processing areas, leading to dysmorphopsia. | * '''[[Stroke]]''': A stroke can damage the brain's visual processing areas, leading to dysmorphopsia. | ||
* '''[[Retinal detachment]]''': If the retina detaches from the back of the eye, it can cause visual distortions. | * '''[[Retinal detachment]]''': If the retina detaches from the back of the eye, it can cause visual distortions. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of dysmorphopsia typically involves a thorough [[eye examination]], including tests of visual acuity and visual field. Imaging tests, such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]], may be used to rule out brain abnormalities. | Diagnosis of dysmorphopsia typically involves a thorough [[eye examination]], including tests of visual acuity and visual field. Imaging tests, such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]], may be used to rule out brain abnormalities. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for dysmorphopsia depends on the underlying cause. For example, migraines may be treated with medication, while macular degeneration may require laser therapy or injections into the eye. In some cases, special glasses or contact lenses may be used to correct the visual distortion. | Treatment for dysmorphopsia depends on the underlying cause. For example, migraines may be treated with medication, while macular degeneration may require laser therapy or injections into the eye. In some cases, special glasses or contact lenses may be used to correct the visual distortion. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Visual perception]] | * [[Visual perception]] | ||
* [[Visual field]] | * [[Visual field]] | ||
* [[Visual acuity]] | * [[Visual acuity]] | ||
[[Category:Ophthalmology]] | [[Category:Ophthalmology]] | ||
[[Category:Neurology]] | [[Category:Neurology]] | ||
[[Category:Symptoms and signs]] | [[Category:Symptoms and signs]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 04:33, 4 April 2025
| Dysmorphopsia | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Distorted perception of shapes, sizes, and spatial relationships |
| Complications | Difficulty in daily activities, anxiety, depression |
| Onset | Can occur at any age |
| Duration | Varies; can be temporary or chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Migraine, epilepsy, brain injury, psychiatric disorders |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Clinical evaluation, neuroimaging |
| Differential diagnosis | Alice in Wonderland syndrome, metamorphopsia, visual agnosia |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Addressing underlying cause, cognitive behavioral therapy, medication |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Depends on underlying cause |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Dysmorphopsia is a type of visual distortion that affects the perception of the size, shape, color, or orientation of visual objects. It is often associated with conditions affecting the eye or brain, such as migraine, macular degeneration, or stroke.
Symptoms[edit]
The primary symptom of dysmorphopsia is a distorted perception of visual objects. This can manifest in several ways:
- Micropsia: Objects appear smaller than they actually are.
- Macropsia: Objects appear larger than they actually are.
- Metamorphopsia: Objects appear distorted or warped.
- Aniseikonia: The perceived size of an object differs between the two eyes.
- Chromatopsia: Objects appear to be an abnormal color.
Causes[edit]
Dysmorphopsia can be caused by a variety of conditions affecting the eye or brain. These include:
- Migraine: Some people experience visual distortions, including dysmorphopsia, before or during a migraine attack.
- Macular degeneration: This condition, which causes damage to the central part of the retina, can lead to dysmorphopsia.
- Stroke: A stroke can damage the brain's visual processing areas, leading to dysmorphopsia.
- Retinal detachment: If the retina detaches from the back of the eye, it can cause visual distortions.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of dysmorphopsia typically involves a thorough eye examination, including tests of visual acuity and visual field. Imaging tests, such as MRI or CT scan, may be used to rule out brain abnormalities.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for dysmorphopsia depends on the underlying cause. For example, migraines may be treated with medication, while macular degeneration may require laser therapy or injections into the eye. In some cases, special glasses or contact lenses may be used to correct the visual distortion.
