Isolated Optic Neuritis Secondary to Presumed Tuberculosis In An Immunocompetent Child
- Author:
Norazizah Mohd Amin
;
Wan Hazabbah Wan Hitam
;
Rohaizan Yunus
;
I Shatriah
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Isolated Optic Neuritis, Presumed Tuberculosis, Immunocompetent, Child
- From:
The Medical Journal of Malaysia
2012;67(1):102-104
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Isolated optic neuritis as a presenting sign of tuberculosis in children is uncommon. We report a case of an immunocompetent child who displayed features of bilateral optic neuritis secondary to presumed tuberculosis. It is essential to highlight this alarming presentation in a child, as the presence of tuberculosis has re-emerged as a serious public health problem especially in developing countries.
