Question
A 20-year-old female, who often stayed up late playing computer games as a child, may have damaged her eyes as a result. She was diagnosed with optic nerve atrophy last year and now feels uncomfortable every day. Can optic nerve atrophy be treated?
Answer
Optic nerve atrophy can be caused by conditions such as glaucoma, inflammation, brain edema, tumor compression, or eye trauma, with clinical symptoms including vision loss and potentially leading to blindness in severe cases. Optic nerve cells are similar to brain cells and are non-renewable; once damaged, they are difficult to recover. Currently, there is no effective treatment for optic nerve atrophy available in clinical practice, and it is recommended that patients consult with a doctor for diagnosis and treatment of the underlying cause.