Leber's Hereditary Optic Neuropathy
Leber's Hereditary Optic Neuropathy Causes
LHON is a mitochondrial defect caused by genetic mutations.
Leber's Hereditary Optic Neuropathy Definition
Leber's hereditary optic neuropathy (LHON) is a disease characterized by the deterioration of the retinal ganglion cells (RGC) that results to permanent loss of eye vision. This disease commonly affects males.
Leber's Hereditary Optic Neuropathy Diagnosis
Diagnosis of the disease can be done by a procedure called optical coherence topography to find a more detailed picture of the swelling nerves.
Leber's Hereditary Optic Neuropathy Symptoms and Signs
The first symptom that arises in the disease is vision loss. Several weeks later, an edema-looking bundle of vessels can be found in the eye, which causes pain and eventual blindness.
Leber's Hereditary Optic Neuropathy Treatment
Treatment can be done by administering special anti-inflammatory drugs. However, these drugs are still under trial procedures and haven't been proven be fully effective.