COLOR SCOTOMA Meaning and
Definition
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Color scotoma refers to an abnormal visual phenomenon characterized by a specific area of the visual field where colors are perceived inaccurately or not at all. It is a visual defect that results in the loss or alteration of the perception of certain colors in a particular region of the visual field, while color perception remains intact in surrounding areas. This condition is commonly associated with specific eye or neurological disorders.
A color scotoma can manifest as either an absolute scotoma, where there is a complete absence of color vision in a specific area, or as a relative scotoma, where there is a partial loss or alteration of color perception. Individuals with a color scotoma may experience a variety of symptoms such as a loss of brightness, a shift in color perception, or an inability to distinguish between certain colors. These symptoms can vary in intensity and may differ depending on the cause of the scotoma.
Color scotomas can be caused by a range of factors, including retinal diseases, optic nerve damage, or neurological conditions that affect the normal functioning of the visual system. Diagnosis of a color scotoma typically involves comprehensive eye examinations and specialized tests to evaluate color vision and detect any abnormalities in the visual field. Treatment options for color scotoma depend on the underlying cause and may involve medical interventions or visual aids to enhance color perception.
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A patch of color-blindness in the visual field.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for COLOR SCOTOMA
- color scotome
- color scotomc
- colowrscotoma
- coloarscotoma
- colorescotoma
- colorscotwoma
- colorscotooma
- c olor scotoma
- co lor scotoma
- col or scotoma
- colo r scotoma
- color s cotoma
- color sc otoma
- color sco toma
- color scot oma
- color scoto ma
- color scotom a
Etymology of COLOR SCOTOMA
The word "color scotoma" is composed of two distinct components.
"Color" comes from the Latin word "color" meaning "color, complexion", which in turn originated from the Latin verb "colorare" meaning "to color, dye".
"Scotoma" is derived from the Greek word "skotoma", which means "darkness, dimness" or "obstruction of vision".
When these two words are combined, "color scotoma" refers to a region of impaired or distorted color perception within the visual field of an individual.
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