Optic nerve inflammation (optic neuritis)

What is optic nerve inflammation (optic neuritis)?

Optic neuritis is the inflammation of the optic nerve that may cause a complete or partial loss of vision. It is classified as either intraocular, affecting the part of the nerve within the eyeball, or retrobulbar, affecting the portion behind the eyeball.

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