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Reversible optic neuritis secondary to paranasal sinusitis.

G Awerbuch1, E L Labadie, J T Van Dalen

  • 1Department of Neurology, Tucson Veteran's Administration Medical Center, Ariz.

European Neurology
|January 1, 1989
PubMed
Summary

Concurrent sinus infections can cause optic neuritis, a vision problem. Prompt treatment of sinusitis led to significant visual recovery in three patients, highlighting this treatable condition.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Ophthalmology
  • Otolaryngology

Background:

  • Optic neuritis is a condition affecting vision.
  • Paranasal sinusitis is an infection of the sinuses.
  • Sinusitis is an underrecognized cause of optic neuritis.