I recently went to the eye doctor because I felt some strain when using the computer. I was given reading glasses, but the optometrist also said she was concerned that my optic disc seemed blurry in her photographs. I was then sent to an ophthalmologist at the hopsital, who took photos, did a visual fields test, and an ultrasound on my eyes. He noted that my I have "bilateral prominent optic nerve heads" and that there is "no convincing evidence of optic disc drusen." My visual fields test showed a "slightly enlarged right physiological blind spot."
I've now been sent to a neurologist for an MRI scan, but I haven't been told for what. The ophthalmologist just said I could have elevated cranial pressure. I'm terrified that he suspects a brain tumor. I have no other symptoms however, and feel completely fit and healthy. This all seems to be coming out of no where and it is terrifying. What could be wrong with me and why am I having all of these tests done when I feel fine?
So You should proceed as directed with this testing but the odds are good that this is not papilledema or a sign of a serious proglem.
JCH MD