Roth spots are seen in-
Correct Answer: Septicemia
Description: It typically occurs in patients suffering from subacute bacterial endocarditis (SABE). It is characterised by multiple superficial retinal haemorrhages, involving posterior pa of 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. Ref:comprehensive ophthalamology A k khurana 4/E pageno:253 Subacute retinitis of Roth.
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