Abstract

Case report: A 13 year old boy presented with blurring of vision in his left eye for one week. After a proper history and thorough ophthalmological examination, he was diagnosed as a case of central serous chorioretinopathy (CSCR) with a subfoveal pigment epithelial detachment (PED).He had given a history of using topical steroid ointment for eczema for six months. CSCR resolved within 3 months after discontinuation of the steroid and administration of Nepafenac 0.1% drops. Although CSCR commonly affects adults, it can affect children and adolescents too. The uncommon appearance of CSCR in children with less frequently occurring subfoveal PED is discussed in this case report.
Conclusion: While relatively uncommon, CSCR with subfoveal PED can occur in individuals, including children, with a history of steroid use. Seeking an ophthalmologist’s evaluation is crucial for proper diagnosis and treatment.