Leber's Hereditary Optic Neuropathy

Overview

Leber's Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON) is an inherited form of optic atrophy. It is also known as Leber's disease. This disease affects the optic nerve and is characterized by vision loss. LHON is a rare hereditary eye disease.

Signs and Symptoms

Painless loss of central vision, Blurring of vision, Reduced colour vision, Peripheral neuropathy, Tremor

Common Causes

Genetic mutation

Risk Factors

Age, Genetic factors, Family history of hereditary eye disease

Investigation Techniques

Fundoscopy, Visual field test, Colour blind test, Neuroimaging, Genetic testing

Treatment and Prevention

Idebenone or ubiquinone, Visual aids, Occupational therapy

Authorship

Written By

Dr Sri Viknarajan

MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

Information Updated on : Tue Feb 18 2020 07:18:58 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

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