Optic neuritis is inflammation of the optic nerve. It may cause sudden, reduced vision in the affected eye.
Retro-orbital neuritis
The cause of optic neuritis is unknown.
Sudden inflammation of the nerve connecting the eye and the brain (optic nerve) can injure the insulation (
Causes of the inflammation can include:
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