Stress can affect your body in many interesting ways. Individuals who experience high levels of psychological or physiologic stress have increased endogenous cortisol levels. Increased cortisol can cause a condition in the eye called Central Serous Chorioretinopathy (CSR). CSR presents as dim or blurred vision that distort objects or make them appear “washed out.” Distorted vision is due to leakage of fluid in the subretinal tissue. It typically happens in one eye at a time and most often affects males 25-50 years of age. In most cases , CSR resolves with no long term vision loss; however, it can take months for resolution. We have sophisticated equipment that can locate the swelling or fluid and monitor for resolution over time. I have attached images of a recent patient with CSR in the left eye. Note the difference between images in the right and left retina.
- Dr. Barker
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