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Optic atrophy

Optic atrophy is an eye condition in which the main nerve that transmits the information the eye receives undergoes damage and shrinkage. Symptoms include dimming of vision and a reduced field of vision.
Dr. Robert Kwok
Dr. Robert Kwokreviewed this
Pediatrics 33 years experience
Is a type of:Eye disorders
How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common is it?

Common

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