Patient's question:
My brother has optic atrophy, but the family conditions are not very good. How can optic atrophy be treated economically?Doctor's answer:
Once the optic nerve atrophy occurs, it is almost impossible to cure it completely, but it is entirely possible for the residual nerve fibers to recover or maintain their function. Therefore, it is essential to instill confidence in the patient and encourage them to persist with treatment. Due to the failure to conduct strict double-blind trials (sometimes not permitted) for various medications, it is difficult to determine which drug or method is definitively effective. Commonly used medications include neurotrophic agents such as vitamin B1, B12, ATP, and coenzyme A, as well as vasodilators and blood-activating herbs like niacin, hydralazine, and vitamin E. Traditional Chinese medicine treatment is often preferred, as it tends to be slightly more effective, causes less harm to the body, and avoids other complications.