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hemianopia (left)
by joanvg, Jul 02, 2008 01:11PM
My Dad (86 yr.old active farmer- great health) had a tracotr accident NOT caused by a stroke (he called for help and remained lucid throughout) ll pelvic fractures, most likely had a fat embolis stroke which has caused left hemianopia (left vision/awareness loss in both eyes). The accident occurred on 4/21 and so we are still within 3 months window of stroke recovery of accident. Are there any drugs which can help him get back the use of that left optic nerve?
Post Comment
There is no treatment for hemianopia itself; the cause should be investigated and treated if possible. Visual fields losses can sometimes be alleviated with prism lenses, but their efficient use depends on the individual user (motivation, perceptual ability, etc.). Orientation and Mobility adjustments may be indicated. Reading may be affected, depending on whether the loss is in the right (in reading, the "anticipatory" field) or left fields.
It may show improvement with time in some patients. It is however important to diagnose the condition in patients still driving to advise them and to treat any underlying problems eg abnormal blood pressure
Best