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How To Cure Loss Of Vision?

hi, I am D.K Sinha from Delhi, I want to know that my younger sister 32yr old had lost the both eyes vision in 2001 during the treatment of TBM, effect of thambutol, I have tried to visit more doctor but not got any positive result yet, doctor said, her nerve has damage , I have ask to doctor ,her vision will come or not then doctor not say anything on this , so please tell me someone is that possible to see her in future or any treatment for her, please revert on below mail id Thanks, D K Sinha Delhi
Mon, 19 May 2014
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Hello
It seems from the history that your sister is having dimunition of vision following treatment for tuberculosis with ethambutol.
The diminution of vision is because of toxic effect of ethambutol involving the retina and optic nerve.
Hence you need to consult retina specialist for examination to assess the severity of damage and treatment accordingly.

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How To Cure Loss Of Vision?

Hello It seems from the history that your sister is having dimunition of vision following treatment for tuberculosis with ethambutol. The diminution of vision is because of toxic effect of ethambutol involving the retina and optic nerve. Hence you need to consult retina specialist for examination to assess the severity of damage and treatment accordingly. Thank you