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Q: Recurrent optic neuritis : is this Multiple Sclerosis ?

asked by: DoctorQuestion on June 7th, 2007

i am very concerned about the re current optic neuritis, i have now been left with reduced colour andand contrast in my left eye, my eyesight is also getting worse and cannot be corrected, as i have very bad eyesight anyway i am worried that it might go altogether in my left eye

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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD

replied on June 13th, 2007

Multiple Sclerosis Answer A2903

You wrote: "List of pre-existing conditions: re current optic neuritis, tingling sensation in legs and feet, feet hurt after standing for ANY length of time,( very difficult to walk when the pain in my feet is bad) constant bladder infections, one sided headaches."

Optic neuritis is the most common manifestation of multiple sclerosis (MS). But MS has to be proven with a CT or MRI scan of the brain and with a lumbar punition. If there are no plaques seen on the CT/MRI scans and lumbar punition is negative.... then it is very hard to say what is going on. You can consult an ophthalmologist and a neurologist for an expert opinion, diagnostic procedures, and advice.

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