optic neuritis Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
causes of optic neuritis
A
multiple sclerosis
diabetes
syphilis
2
Q
features of optic neuritis
A
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
3
Q
investigations for optic neuritis
A
MRI of the brain and orbits with gadolinium contrast
4
Q
management of optic neuritis
A
high-dose steroids
