Folic acid deficiency optic neuropathy: A case report
2008
Folic Acid Deficiency and Vision Loss
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): de Silva Punyanganie, Jayamanne Gerard, Bolton Robin
Primary Institution: Doncaster Royal Infirmary, UK
Hypothesis
Can folic acid deficiency lead to optic neuropathy without other clinical signs of deficiency?
Conclusion
Folic acid deficiency can present as visual abnormalities and can be corrected with vitamin supplementation.
Supporting Evidence
- Investigations revealed severe folate deficiency with normal vitamin B12 levels.
- Correction of folate levels with oral supplementation led to improvement in visual acuity.
- The patient had a history of low folate levels three years prior.
Takeaway
A woman lost her vision because she didn't have enough folic acid, but after taking vitamins, her sight got better.
Methodology
Case report detailing the patient's history, clinical examination, and treatment.
Limitations
Only one case is reported, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
44-year-old woman with a history of moderate alcohol and tobacco use.
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