Papillitis

Papillitis is inflammation of the optic nerve head, visible as a swollen optic disc on fundus exam, presenting with acute visual loss and eye-movement pain. It may be due to demyelination (MS), infection, or hypertension. Treatment: investigate the underlying cause; MRI for MS risk; IV corticosteroids; treat infection/hypertension; visual recovery over weeks.

Common Symptoms

Acute visual loss; eye-movement pain; swollen optic disc; afferent pupillary defect

Causes and Pathogenesis

Inflammatory/demyelinating swelling of the optic disc causes visual loss.

Treatment

Investigate cause; MRI/MS workup; IV corticosteroids; treat infection/hypertension

Preventive Measures

MS risk stratification; treat cause.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Ophthalmology department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.