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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
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.
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.