There are many causes for this condition such as optic neuritis,
meningitis, acute infectious diseases, locomotor ataxia,
arteriosclerosis, nasal disease, syphilis, traumatism, alcoholism,
exposure, embolism of the central retinal artery, diabetes and
poisoning. Diagnosis must determine the original cause.
=Treatment.=—I have mentioned conditions in the nose as frequently
accounting for various eye troubles. If these atrophies of the optic
nerve can be gotten early, many of them will be influenced very
favorably by osteopathic treatment. Spinal treatment to direct the
circulation to the area of the orbit at the base of the brain is
beneficial. Regulation of the patient’s diet, habits, methods of living
and so forth is important. Excessive mental strain, excessive sexual
intercourse and stresses of every kind should be prohibited. Special
treatment should then be given according to the causal factors entering
into the case.