Ocular Nerve Injury

The optic nerve, also known as the ocular nerve, transmits visual information from the eye to the brain. Injury to this nerve can lead to vision impairment or loss. Causes may include trauma, inflammation, infection, or compression by tumors. Symptoms vary but may include blurred vision, loss of peripheral vision, or total vision loss. Treatment depends on the underlying cause and may include medications, surgery, or vision rehabilitation thera.