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Optic Nerve Artophy Homeopathy Remedy
Definition:
An inflammation or degeneration of the retina together with impairment of the optic nerve functions.
Causes:
Many causes. Kidney disorders, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, eclampsia, blood disorders, tobacco, trauma and syphilis. Genetic disorders cause retinitis pigmentosa.
Symptoms:
Partial or complete loss of vision, pain and restlessness in acute cases.
Treatment:
Arsenicum album; lodiitm; Oleum jecoris asellt; Tabacum.
Arsenicum album: Burning and acrid lachrymation. Red, scabby and ulcerated lids. Oedema around the eyes, extremely painful. Intense photophobia. Better with external warmth.
lodium: Violent lachrymation. Pain in the eyes. Dilated pupils. Constant motion of the eyeballs.
Oleum jecoris asellt: Emaciated, but restless and feverish at night, hot hands.
Tabacum: When excessive smoking is the cause.