optic neuritis Flashcards by Connie Baume-kennedy

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causes of optic neuritis

multiple sclerosis
diabetes
syphilis

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features of optic neuritis

unilateral decrease in visual acuity over hours or days
poor discrimination of colours, red desaturation
pain worse on eye movement
relative afferent pupillary defect
central scotoma

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investigations for optic neuritis

MRI of the brain and orbits with gadolinium contrast

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management of optic neuritis

high-dose steroids

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optic neuritis Flashcards

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