Metamorphopsia
Metamorphopsia is a visual disturbance in which straight lines appear bent, wavy, or distorted, and objects may seem smaller or larger or displaced from their true position. It is a symptom rather than a disease and most often indicates a macular problem affecting central vision, where the retina’s finest image detail is produced.
Common causes are diseases and conditions that involve the macula, the central retinal area. These include
Diagnosis begins with a patient history and examination, including a simple self-monitoring test such as the
Management targets the underlying cause. Treatments may include anti-VEGF injections for neovascular age-related macular degeneration or
Prognosis depends on the underlying condition and its response to treatment. Early detection and targeted management