Synchysis scintillans
Synchysis Scintillans
Synchysis Scintillans (pronunciation: sin-kai-sis sin-til-lans) is a medical condition related to the eye.
Etymology
The term originates from the Greek words "synchysis," meaning "mixture," and "scintillans," meaning "sparkling."
Definition
Synchysis Scintillans is a degenerative eye disease characterized by the presence of small, shiny, crystal-like deposits in the vitreous humor of the eye. These deposits are typically cholesterol crystals that float freely within the vitreous humor, causing a shimmering or sparkling effect when light is shone into the eye.
Symptoms
The primary symptom of Synchysis Scintillans is the perception of floating specks or floaters in the field of vision. These floaters may appear as small dots, circles, lines, clouds, or cobwebs. Other symptoms may include blurred vision, flashes of light, or a loss of peripheral vision.
Causes
Synchysis Scintillans is typically caused by the breakdown of the vitreous humor, often as a result of aging, eye trauma, or certain eye diseases such as uveitis or retinal detachment.
Treatment
Treatment for Synchysis Scintillans primarily involves managing the underlying condition that led to the breakdown of the vitreous humor. In some cases, a vitrectomy may be performed to remove the vitreous humor and replace it with a saline solution.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Synchysis scintillans
- Wikipedia's article - Synchysis scintillans
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