Patient's question:
I am 29 years old this year, and my nearsightedness has already reached over 600 degrees. It is still increasing. The doctor said that my optic nerve is already expanding. If I don't pay attention, I might lose my hearing. Doctor, when will my optic nerve atrophy cause me to lose my hearing?Doctor's answer:
If the optic nerve swells, it may lead to deafness again. The exact timing of when deafness occurs and when the swelling happens is uncertain. It is essential to conduct a timely and thorough examination to identify the cause of optic nerve atrophy, and then treat the condition based on the identified cause. This can help to minimize the progression of the disease and slow down the onset of deafness as much as possible. Glaucoma, intracranial tumors, and other diseases can all cause this. It is important to conduct timely and thorough examinations of the retina, measure intraocular pressure, perform brain MRI scans, and obtain a diagnosis.