Optic Neuritis
What is Optic Neuritis?
Optic Neuritis is an inflammation of Optic Nerve. Optic nerve carries visual Signals from the eye to the brain.
Symptoms
Symptoms to look out for in Optic Neuritis
Sudden Vision Loss
Pain with Eye Movement
Blurred or Distorted Vision
Color Vision Loss
Reduced Visual Acuity
Risk Factors
Who faces a higher risk of developing cataracts?
- Age: Commonly affects adults aged 20–40.
- Gender: Women are more likely to develop optic neuritis than men.
- Autoimmune Diseases: Conditions like multiple sclerosis (MS) or neuromyelitis optica (NMO).
- Infections: Viral or bacterial infections, such as measles, mumps, or Lyme disease.
- Ethnicity: Caucasians have a higher prevalence.
- Genetics: Family history of autoimmune or neurological conditions.
- Vitamin Deficiency: Low levels of vitamin B12.
- Toxins or Drugs: Exposure to certain toxins or side effects of medications.
- Inflammatory Disorders: Sarcoidosis or lupus.
- Smoking: May increase the risk of inflammatory conditions
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