Question
An 8-month-old baby has been diagnosed with cortical blindness. Parents want to know how to handle this situation?
Answer
Cortical blindness is a central visual impairment caused by toxins or ischemia in the occipital cortex of the brain, most commonly due to spastic vascular damage. The clinical manifestations of the disease include complete loss of vision in both eyes, normal pupillary light reflexes, no abnormalities found during fundus examination, and may be accompanied by hemiparesis. This condition is most common in children aged 2 to 6. In modern Western medicine, corticosteroids and vasodilators are commonly used for treatment. For this 8-month-old baby, it is recommended to undergo treatment under the guidance of a doctor.