Optic neuritis Flashcards

1
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causes

A
  • multiple sclerosis
  • diabetes
  • syphilis
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Features

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  • unilateral decrease in visual acuity
  • poor discrimination of colours (red desaturation)
  • pain worse on movement
  • relative afferent pupillary defect
  • central scotoma (blind spot)
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3
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investigation

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MRI

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Management

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High dose steroid
recovery 4-6 weeks

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