This axial (cross-sectional),T2-weighted MR image of the orbits shows subtle decrease in the amount of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the optic sheath (on viewer's left) compared with the right. This is due to swelling of the optic nerve from optic neuritis. Optic neuritis causes pain and decreased vision. About 50% of patients with optic neuritis go on to develop multiple sclerosis (MS) | |
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