Dysmetropsia
Dysmetropsia (pronunciation: dis-me-trop-sia) is a medical condition characterized by a distortion of visual perception. People with dysmetropsia often see objects as being smaller (Micropsia) or larger (Macropsia) than they actually are, or perceive them as being closer or further away than they really are.
Etymology
The term "dysmetropsia" comes from the Greek words "dys" meaning "bad" or "difficult", "metron" meaning "measure", and "opsia" meaning "vision". Thus, dysmetropsia can be translated as "difficulty in measuring vision".
Symptoms
The main symptom of dysmetropsia is a distorted perception of size, distance, or shape of objects. This can manifest as Micropsia, where objects appear smaller than they are, or Macropsia, where objects appear larger. Other forms of dysmetropsia include Pelopsia, where objects appear closer than they are, and Teleopsia, where objects appear further away.
Causes
Dysmetropsia is often associated with conditions that affect the eye or brain. It can be caused by damage to the Retina, such as Macular degeneration, or conditions that affect the brain, such as Migraine or Stroke. It can also be a side effect of certain medications.
Treatment
Treatment for dysmetropsia depends on the underlying cause. If it is caused by a condition affecting the eye, treatment may involve eye surgery or medication. If it is caused by a brain condition, treatment may involve medication, therapy, or in some cases, surgery.
See also
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