This contrast-enhanced,axial (cross-sectional),T1-weighted MR image of the orbits shows prominent asymmetric enhancement (looks white) of the optic nerve on the viewers 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 go on to develop multiple sclerosis (MS) | |
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