Question
Can traumatic optic neuropathy be treated?
Answer
At present, there is no specific treatment method in Western medicine. Once optic nerve atrophy occurs, it is almost impossible to fully recover. However, the complete recovery or maintenance of the function of the residual nerve fibers is completely possible. Due to the lack of strict double-blind experiments in the use of various drugs, it is difficult to say which drug and method is definitely effective. Commonly used drugs include nerve nutrition drugs such as vitamin B1, B12, ATP, and coenzyme A, as well as vasodilators and blood circulation-promoting drugs such as niacin, dipyridamole, vitamin E, Ginkgo Biloba extract, and compound Danshen.