Optic neuritis is an inflammation of the optic nerves. The optic nerves are connections between the eye and the brain responsible for transmission of visual impulses between the two organs
This condition is caused by autoimmune ailments like multiple sclerosis, myasthenia gravis and viral infections like shingles , chicken pox et.c
This condition is sight threatening, especially if not treated early.
Signs and symptoms includes pain on eye movement, reduced vision, defective colour vision, eye pain.
Treatment involves treating underlying conditions, and the use of corticosteroids.