Acute transient myopic shift induced by red wine: a case report

Area of Science:

• Ophthalmology
• Toxicology

Background:

• Transient myopia can be associated with various factors, including medication use and systemic conditions.
• Alcohol consumption, particularly red wine, has been anecdotally linked to ocular changes.

Observation:

• A patient presented with acute, unilateral blurred vision and a significant myopic shift.
• The patient reported substantial red wine intake prior to symptom onset.
• Ultrasound biomicroscopy revealed annular shallow ciliary body detachment and supraciliary effusion.

Findings:

• The observed ciliary body detachment and effusion led to a narrow anterior chamber angle.
• The transient myopic shift resolved spontaneously within approximately one week.
• No specific ocular or systemic treatment was administered for the myopic shift.

Implications:

• This case suggests a potential link between excessive red wine consumption and acute myopic shifts due to ciliary body detachment.
• Highlights the importance of considering dietary and lifestyle factors in the differential diagnosis of acute vision changes.
• Further research may be warranted to elucidate the specific mechanisms and prevalence of alcohol-induced ocular effects.