Have you ever heard about papilledema? This disease or condition, even though not widely known, can have serious implications for your eye health. This blog helps you gain valuable information about this condition.
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What is papilledema?
Papilledema is a serious neurological disorder, in which the optic disc (the point where the optic nerve, the pathway that connects the eye to the brain enters the eye) becomes swollen due to increased intracranial pressure or hypertension within the brain or skull.
Due to the imbalance of cerebral fluid or intracranial pressure, Papilledema commonly occurs bilaterally (on both sides), but from other causes, it can also occur unilaterally (on one side).
It is a life-threatening condition and needs immediate medical attention. If left untreated, it leads to blindness.
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