Macular Pucker Causes (Cont.)

Macular Pucker Causes: Know the Risk Factors

While they are not causes of macular pucker, certain eye conditions can increase a person's chance of developing a macular pucker. These eye conditions are known as macular pucker risk factors and include:
 
Most people with macular pucker risk factors will not develop a macular pucker. It is also possible that people without macular pucker risk factors will develop a macular pucker. If you are worried about a macular pucker, talk with your doctor. He or she can recommend macular pucker symptoms to watch for and a schedule for regular eye exams.
 

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Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD