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Syndrome of optic atrophy?

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Optic nerve damage: Optic atrophy refers to changes in the appearance of the optic nerve. The optic disc (where the optic nerve enters the eye) appears pale or whitish vs. The normal pink color. The presence of optic atrophy means there is damage to the optic nerve. This can occur with many different diseases (except glaucoma). The degree of visual loss depends on the severity of the optic nerve damage.

Answered 11/22/2014

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Optic atrophy : Optic atrophy can be caused by any process that damages the optic nerve. You need to see an ophthalmologist to figure out the cause which could include inflammation, stroke, tumor, trauma, inherited conditions, and many more.

Answered 4/24/2014

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