On ophthalmoscopic examination, retinal hemorrhage is seen as red dots surrounded by white woolly fibers. It is known as
Correct Answer: Roth spots
Description: Subacute retinitis of Roth: It typically occurs in patients suffering from subacute bacterial endocarditis (SABE). It is characterised by multiple superficial retinal haemorrhages, involving posterior pa pf the fundus. Most of the haemorrhages have a white spot in the centre(Roth's spots) Vision may be blurred due to involvement of the macular region or due to associated papillitis. Reference: A.K.Khurana; 6th edition; Page no:268
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