Suggest Treatment For Optic Nerve Degeneration

Posted on Sat, 30 Jul 2016

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Sat, 30 Jul 2016 Answered on

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Question : Can you give me the differential diagnosis for optic nerve thinning and work up options. Pressures are normal. Could it derive from excessive rubbing?

Answered by Dr. N K Mishra (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
My dear,
There are two possibilities with your question,do you mean a deep cup suggesting glaucoma or a pale disc suggesting optic atrophy.Please send us some more information regarding this so we can offer some helpful advice.

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