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Optic nerve damage in the eye?

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Dr. Christopher Hood answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Please repost: There are many causes of optic nerve damage in the eye, from vascular causes to glaucoma to tumors. Please repost your question so we can address it.

Answered 5/7/2019

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Optic nerves: A thorough exam can help determine the extent of the damage in many cases along with visual field and oct testing. A neuroophthalmic exam may be required in addition to an MRI or ct scan in some cases.

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Answered 11/2/2019

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