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Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.

1207 North Scott St.

Wilmington, DE 19806

Ph / (302) 652-3353

Fax / (302) 656-9979

Compassionate Vision Care for Victims of Neuro-ophthalmic Diseases

Neuro-ophthalmology is the field of medicine concerned with the visual problems that arise from conditions affecting the nervous system. It is a highly specialized field that requires intimate knowledge of both the eye and the brain and how these two vital organs interact. Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A., is pleased to offer victims of neuro-ophthalmic diseases compassionate care of only the highest standard. Our neuro-ophthalmologist, Dr. Robert Sergott, and our entire team are dedicated to helping those who have suffered from a traumatic brain injury, stroke, or other disease or disorder recover their eyesight. One of the most gratifying aspects of neuro-ophthalmology is to be able to return part of what our patients lost as a result of their conditions.

If you or someone you love is in need of neuro-ophthalmology treatment, our Wilmington, Delaware practice can help. Contact Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A., today for further information.

Symptoms of Neuro-ophthalmic Disorders

Common symptoms of neuro-ophthalmic disorders include unexplained loss of vision, double vision (clinically known as diplopia), visual disturbance, spasms in the face or eyelids, visual distortions accompanied by severe head pain, and unequal pupils. Dr. Sergott is highly trained and experienced in diagnosing these symptoms and prescribing a course of treatment that will be effective in restoring vision. Our state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment supports Dr. Sergott in his efforts to make the most accurate and timely diagnoses possible.

Common Neuro-ophthalmic Diseases and Their Causes

Neuro-ophthalmic diseases can be caused by traumatic brain injuries and strokes, and are often associated with brain tumors, multiple sclerosis, optic nerve diseases, and other conditions of the central nervous system. Common neuro-ophthalmic diseases include optic neuritis (an inflammation of the optic nerve), ocular myasthenia gravis (an autoimmune disease resulting in muscle weakness in the eyes), and papilledema (a swelling of the optic nerve due to intracranial pressure). Other neuro-ophthalmic diseases include:

• Optic neuropathy (general damage to the optic nerve)
• Blepharospasm (uncontrollable and abnormal contraction of the eyelid)
• Thyroid eye disease
• Paraneoplastic syndromes (symptoms caused by the occurrence of cancer, but not as the result of localized cancer cells)
• Cranial nerve palsies

The treatment of neuro-ophthalmic disease depends on many factors, including its root cause, its severity, and the symptoms it manifests. Dr. Sergott carefully analyzes each individual patient’s case in order to suggest the best course of action. To schedule a neuro-ophthalmology consultation at our Wilmington, Delaware eye care center, please contact our office today.