Choroidal Nevus
A choroidal nevus is a benign pigmented spot on the choroid (the vascular layer beneath the retina).
What Is Choroidal Nevus?
A choroidal nevus is a benign pigmented spot on the choroid (the vascular layer beneath the retina). It’s similar to a freckle or mole but inside the eye. Most choroidal nevi are harmless and many people have them without symptoms.
Who it affects:
Choroidal nevi can be found in people of all ages but are more often discovered during routine eye exams in adults. They are generally incidental findings.
Common Symptoms
Most people do not notice any change in vision from a choroidal nevus. Rarely, if the lesion is large or affects the overlying retina, there may be subtle visual changes or distortion.
Treatments
No treatment is needed for most nevi. The key is regular monitoring with dilated exams and imaging (such as OCT) to watch for any changes in size, thickness, or features that might raise concern. Very rarely, a nevus may transform into a melanoma (a type of cancer), which is why careful tracking is important.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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