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I had 3 days iv steroids for optic neuritis/ms (couldn't do more bc school) but my vision isn't any better after 6 weeks. when will it get better?

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Dr. Richard Bensinger answered

Depends: Most ms related optic neuritis will respond in several weeks to high dose iv steroids. Unfortunate that you have to stop without getting the full course of treatment. You should see a neuroophthalmologist as soon as possible to get this evaluated.

Answered 11/23/2016

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A member asked:

I had 3 days iv steroids for optic neuritis/ms (couldn't do more bc school) but my vision isn't any better after 6 weeks. when will it get better?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Bensinger answered

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