👉 The term "hydrophthalmos" refers to a condition where there is an excess of aqueous humor, or fluid in the eye, which can cause clouding and blockage. It is characterized by a phenomenon known as "hydrocephalus," where the brain's cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is not able to drain properly from the skull into the surrounding tissues, leading to increased pressure in the brain. In this case, hydrophthalmos can occur due to various factors such as
