Abstract
The authors present a case of optic neuritis in an adult patient who had been self-prescribing extraordinarily large dosages of chloramphenicol for chronic prostatitis over several years. The visual symptoms resolved upon cessation of the drug and prescription of B group vitamins. Chloramphenicol optic neuritis has not been described in the literature for over 20 years and previously predominantly in children with cystic fibrosis.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1-2 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | BMJ Case Reports |
Volume | 2011 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2011 |
Externally published | Yes |