Definition The inflammation of the optic nerve is called neuritis nervi optici. The optic nerve is the second cranial nerve, i.e. it is part of the central nervous system, the brain. It begins at the retina of the eye and transmits the information received by the eye to the brain. For this reason, the disease … Inflammation of the optic nerve
Therapy In most cases an inflammation of the optic nerve shows spontaneous healing even without therapy and the visual acuity improves again by itself. However, the underlying disease should still be identified in order to treat it. About two thirds of those affected have multiple sclerosis, which cannot be cured, but the symptoms can be … Therapy | Inflammation of the optic nerve
Definition The papilla is the point in the eye where the optic nerve enters the eye. At this point, fluid can accumulate, which is called oedema. A papilledema is therefore an accumulation of fluid in the optic nerve papilla. In most cases, this “congestion papilla” occurs due to increased pressure in the head. As a … Papilloedema
How is papilledema diagnosed? Papilledema can be diagnosed by the ophthalmologist in a number of different ways. Typically, the first step is to take a medical history, during which the person concerned expresses the corresponding symptoms (visual disturbance, headaches). Then a so-called ophthalmoscopy is performed. This involves a special ophthalmoscope, which allows a magnified view … How is papilledema diagnosed? | Papilloedema
Associated symptoms Papilloedema usually has two accompanying symptoms. The swelling of the papilla and thus also of the optic nerve leads to impaired vision. Typically, affected persons complain that their vision is blurred in the affected eye. In addition, headaches are often associated with papilledema. The reason for this is the usually causally increased intracranial … Associated symptoms | Papilloedema
How long does papilledema last? How long a papilloedema is present depends very much on the underlying disease. Many causes such as increased intracranial pressure can be treated quickly in some cases. After successful treatment, the papilledema disappears very quickly by itself. Other causes, on the other hand, (e.g. increased blood pressure) are chronic diseases … How long does papilledema last? | Papilloedema
