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Suggest Treatment For Optic Nerve Degeneration

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Posted on Mon, 22 Aug 2016
Question: Can you give me the differential diagnosis for optic nerve thinning and work up options. Pressures are normal. Could it derive from excessive rubbing?
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Answered by Dr. N K Mishra (2 hours later)
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My dear,
There are two possibilities with your question,do you mean a deep cup suggesting glaucoma or a pale disc suggesting optic atrophy.Please send us some more information regarding this so we can offer some helpful advice.
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Suggest Treatment For Optic Nerve Degeneration

Brief Answer: More details required Detailed Answer: My dear, There are two possibilities with your question,do you mean a deep cup suggesting glaucoma or a pale disc suggesting optic atrophy.Please send us some more information regarding this so we can offer some helpful advice.