Sudden blurring of vision in the elderly is usually due to optic neuritis, retinal artery embolism and other causes.
Older people who experience sudden blurred vision need to go to the ophthalmology department of the hospital in time for an examination to clarify the specific cause of the disease, which commonly include optic neuritis, retinal artery embolism, and so on.
Optic neuritis is usually caused by autoimmune reaction, which will lead to sudden vision loss, and even blindness in serious cases, and need to use hormone drug treatment to eliminate inflammation, such as oral prednisone acetate tablets.
Retinal artery embolism is also a common cause of sudden vision loss, which is caused by the blockage of the arteries supplying the retina, and needs to be treated by thrombolysis, lowering the intraocular pressure, and inhaling oxygen.
Once a sudden loss of vision occurs in the elderly, it is important to go to the hospital in time for a clear diagnosis by the doctor who will guide the patient for treatment.