How is Ischemic Optic Neuropathy Detected?
Testing will be conducted to determine whether your sudden vision loss is caused by arteritic or non-arteritic ischemic optic neuropathy. These tests may include: Dilated Eye Exam/Slit Lamp Examination – a comprehensive examination of your eye and retina Tonometry – measuring your intraocular pressure Ophthalmoscopy – evaluating any optic nerve damage Visual Field Testing – measuring the sensitivity of central and peripheral (sideways) vision Your eye doctor will also review your overall medical condition as part of the diagnosis process. How is Ischemic Optic Neuropathy Treated? If you are diagnosed with arteritic AION associated with temporal arteritis, treatment is with immediate steroids. In non-arteritic AION, the main focus of the treatment is to address the underlying factors that have contributed to the visual loss such as hypertension, diabetes, increased cholesterol, clotting disorder, and sleep apnea. Controlling your blood pressure, cholesterol and diabetes may reduce the r
