Optic neuritis

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External and internal eye anatomy

• Acute loss of vision in one eye
• Loss of color vision
• Pain on movement of the eye
• Changes in the pupil's reactions to bright light

A complete medical examination is usually used to rule out associated diseases. Tests may include the following:

• Visual acuity testing
• Color vision testing
• Visualization of the optic disc by indirect ophthalmoscopy
• MRI of the brain to test for multiple sclerosis

Review Date: 10/20/2006
Reviewed By: Manju Subramanian, MD, Assistant Professor in Ophthalmology, Vitreoretinal Disease and Surgery, Boston University Eye Associates, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.