Objective: Case report of a megaloblastic anemia patient with Roth spots.
Case Report: A 42-year-old men with bilateral visual loss that was more pronounced in his left eye, was found to
have megaloblastic anemia due to vit B12 defficiency. Both fundi showed retinal hemorrhages, Roth spots and also
optic nerve atrophy in his left eye. Anemia, retinal changes and visual acuity resolved after he received vit B12
supplements.
Conclusion: This case supports that megaloblastic anemia should be suspected as a cause of retinal hemorrhages.
Key Words: Megaloblastic Anemia, Roth Spot
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