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Cupping of the optic disc is a characteristic feature seen in glaucoma, where the center of the optic nerve head appears excavated or hollowed out. This indicates damage and loss of nerve fibers. Unfortunately, the nerve damage in glaucoma is irreversible, but treatment can help slow down the progression of the disease and preserve remaining vision.
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What is another name for the optic nerve head?
Another name for the optic nerve head is the optic disc.
What is another name for the optic nerve?
The optic disc
What is the junction of the retina and optic nerve?
The junction of the retina and optic nerve is called the optic disc or optic nerve head. This is where the optic nerve exits the eye and carries visual information from the retina to the brain. The optic disc is also known as the blind spot because it lacks photoreceptor cells and cannot detect light.
Can a pale optic disc get better?
No, once a pale optic disc develops, it typically does not improve. A pale optic disc is often a sign of damage to the optic nerve or loss of nerve fibers, which are irreversible. It is important to identify the underlying cause and manage any associated conditions to prevent further damage.
Can you see images formed on the optic disc?
No
What happenes when the light strikes the optic disc?
Swelling of the optic disc could be optic edema. This is what happens when the disc becomes inflamed
What happens when the light strikes the optic disc?
Swelling of the optic disc could be optic edema. This is what happens when the disc becomes inflamed
What is another name for the optic nerve head?
Another name for the optic nerve head is the optic disc.
Where does the optic nerve leave the eye?
The optic nerve exits the retina at the optic disc, otherwise known as the "blind spot".
What is the swelling of the optic disc called?
Swelling of the optic disc could be optic edema. This is what happens when the disc becomes inflamed. It could be from intracranial pressure as well.
What is the point where the optic nerve enters the eyeball?
Point where optic nerve enters eyeball is the optic disc.
What is another name for the optic nerve?
The optic disc
What is the junction of the retina and optic nerve?
The junction of the retina and optic nerve is called the optic disc or optic nerve head. This is where the optic nerve exits the eye and carries visual information from the retina to the brain. The optic disc is also known as the blind spot because it lacks photoreceptor cells and cannot detect light.
Part of the retina that lacks photoreceptors?
The optic disc or blind spot is where optic nerve leaves the back of the eye. There are no photoreceptors (rods/cones) in that area.
What does the optic disc in the human eye do?
The optic disc is crucial to the eyes. It functions as an entry point for the vessels which supply blood to the retina.
Can a pale optic disc get better?
No, once a pale optic disc develops, it typically does not improve. A pale optic disc is often a sign of damage to the optic nerve or loss of nerve fibers, which are irreversible. It is important to identify the underlying cause and manage any associated conditions to prevent further damage.
Swelling in the region of the optic disc?
papilloedema
