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Jensen Peripapillary Retinochoroiditis: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Jensen Peripapillary Retinochoroiditis (JOR) is a rare inflammatory eye disease that can lead to vision loss if not treated promptly. This condition is named after the Danish physician Eduard Jensen, who first described it in 1900. In this article we will look at the causes, symptoms and treatment of Jensen's Peripapillary Retinochoroiditis.

Causes

JOR is caused by a bacterial infection, which is usually caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, but can also be caused by other microorganisms such as Mycobacterium leprae, Mycobacterium bovis and Mycobacterium avium. Although these bacteria are known to cause tuberculosis and other diseases, Jensen's Peripapillary Retinochoroiditis occurs with a different form of infection.

JOR is a granulomatous disease that develops in response to an infection in the body. Granulomas are round growths that form in body tissue in response to infection or other irritation. In the case of Jensen's Peripapillary Retinochoroiditis, granulomas form in the eyes as well as in the retina and choroid, which can lead to visual impairment.

JOR often occurs in people living in countries with high rates of tuberculosis, but can occur in anyone who has been infected with the relevant bacterium.

Symptoms

JOR can present with a variety of symptoms, including:

1. Loss of vision or decreased visual acuity
2. The appearance of "floating" black dots before the eyes
3. Feeling of pressure in the eyes
4. Redness and inflammation of the eyes
5. Sensitivity to light
6. Appearance of white or yellow nodules in the eyes

However, in some people, Jensen's Peripapillary Retinochoroiditis may have no symptoms, making it more difficult to diagnose and treat.

Treatment

Treatment for Jensen's Peripapillary Retinochoroiditis usually involves the use of antibacterial drugs such as isoniazid, rifampicin, pyrazinamide and ethambutol. The course of treatment can last from several months to a year or more.

In some cases, surgery may be required, especially if the disease has caused a retinal tear or other serious complications.

It is important to begin treatment for Jensen's Peripapillary Retinochorioditis as early as possible to prevent vision loss and serious complications. If any of the above symptoms appear, you should consult an ophthalmologist for diagnosis and treatment.

In conclusion, Jensen's Peripapillary Retinochorioditis is a rare but serious eye disease that is caused by a bacterial infection. Treatment includes the use of antibacterial drugs and, in some cases, surgery. It is important to see a doctor if symptoms appear to begin treatment as early as possible and prevent vision deterioration.

**Jensen perivascular choiriditis (IoC)** is a harmless eye disease manifested by slow growth of blood vessels in the choroidal layer. In the international classification of the disease (ICD-10) it has code H35.2. The disease was first described by Jensen's doctor in children and received his name. But nowadays it is also known in adults. Doctors often call the disease choroidal angiopathy from the Latin “chorioidalis” - choroid. On the other hand, there is also a scientific version of the name - chorioretinal choriopathy, where “pathology” is used instead of the usual “angiopathy”. Sometimes this disease is called vascular-venous choroiditis, although this is an incorrect option due to a grammatical error.