Recurrent optic neuritis : is this Multiple Sclerosis ? Posted: 06-07-07 06:48am
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
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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