What Is Optic Neuritis?
2. What Are Other Causes?
Autoimmune disorders are the most frequent causes of the condition. However, they are not the only ones. If the symptoms of optic neuritis are more complex than indicated in the autoimmune disorders, it may be a sign that there is a different cause. Diseases such as lupus, sarcoidosis and Behcet’s disease can all lead to optic neuritis.
Infections are another possible cause. The source of the infection can be bacterial or viral. Lyme’s disease, syphilis and cat-scratch fever are all potential bacterial infections that can cause optic neuritis. Viruses such as herpes, measles and mumps may also lead to the condition. There are a few toxins and drugs that have been associated with optic neuritis.
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