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Ischemic Optic NeuritisAka: Ischemic Optic Neuropathy, Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy

Pathophysiology
1. Occlusion of posterior ciliary arteries
Epidemiology
1. Onset after age 50 years
Symptoms
1. Acute painless dimming of vision
Signs
1. Central vessel changes
2. Optic disc edema
3. Ischemic Iritis
4. Large blind spot
Management
1. Urgent Ophthalmology referral
2. Pred Forte 1-2 drops in affected eye qid
3. Aspirin 80 mg qd

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