What Is Papilledema?

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5. Complications of Papilledema

Blindness or some degree of vision loss are the most important vision complications of papilledema. Other complications of untreated papilledema, and more so the untreated underlying causes, include constant headaches, seizures, stroke, brain damage, and even death.

These complications can be minimized if the condition is diagnosed early and comprehensive treatment commenced without delay.

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