Sudden visual loss Flashcards by Malgorzata Szymaniak

How do you work out the answer in a ophthalmic question?

Look for key words:
Redness: anterior issue
No redness: posterior issue
Headache: giant cell arteritis
Nausea/vomiting: glaucoma

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What is the presentation of giant cell arteritis:

Sudden (painless) visual loss
Headaches
Jaw claudication
Temple tenderness
Proximal muscle + joint aches
Anorexia
Weight loss

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Sudden visual loss Flashcards