Question
A patient nearing 60 years of age inquires about how to use gene therapy to treat congenital hereditary optic nerve atrophy and macular degeneration caused by consanguineous marriage.
Answer
Acupuncture with plum blossom needles is a treatment method that stimulates meridians and improves the blood circulation around the eyes to treat optic nerve atrophy. This therapy helps alleviate eye fatigue, enhance visual function, and may improve vision.