What harm does retinal aneurysm do to people?

Retinal aneurysms may cause visual impairment or even blindness, and may also cause cerebrovascular diseases such as cerebral hemorrhage or embolism, which requires great attention. The harm mainly depends on the size and location of the aneurysm, and whether it ruptures.

Retinal aneurysms can have a significant impact on visual function, including blurred vision, visual field defects, or dark spots in front of the eyes. If the aneurysm ruptures, severe bleeding may occur in the fundus, directly compressing the optic nerve, causing a sharp decrease in vision or even permanent blindness. Retinal aneurysms are highly correlated with systemic vascular diseases and may be related to pathological causes such as hypertension and arteriosclerosis. These problems may increase the risk of cerebrovascular diseases, including cerebral hemorrhage or cerebral infarction. The presence of retinal aneurysms not only affects eye health, but may also endanger the whole body system, especially the cardiovascular and cerebrovascular systems. Genetic factors, long-term poorly controlled hypertension, smoking, diabetes, etc. may increase the risk of its occurrence.

Retinal aneurysms can have a significant impact on visual function, including blurred vision, visual field defects, or dark spots in front of the eyes. If the aneurysm ruptures, severe bleeding may occur in the fundus, directly compressing the optic nerve, causing a sharp decrease in vision or even permanent blindness. Retinal aneurysms are highly correlated with systemic vascular diseases and may be related to pathological causes such as hypertension and arteriosclerosis. These problems may increase the risk of cerebrovascular diseases, including cerebral hemorrhage or cerebral infarction. The presence of retinal aneurysms not only affects eye health, but may also endanger the whole body system, especially the cardiovascular and cerebrovascular systems. Genetic factors, long-term poorly controlled hypertension, smoking, diabetes, etc. may increase the risk of its occurrence.

Early detection and treatment can significantly reduce the harm of retinal aneurysms. If the aneurysm is small and there is no risk of rupture, the doctor may recommend regular observation. If the aneurysm is large or is about to rupture, embolization, vascular stenting or microsurgery can be used to strengthen the blood vessel wall. For high-risk patients, risk factors should be actively managed, such as controlling blood pressure, quitting smoking and improving eating habits. In the event of sudden changes in vision or eye discomfort, you should see a doctor as soon as possible to examine the fundus and undergo relevant imaging screening, such as OCTA or MRA, to clarify the diagnosis and treatment plan.