Diagnosis typically involves a combination of clinical evaluation and diagnostic tests:
Clinical History and Examination: Neurologists will take a detailed medical history and perform a thorough neurological examination. Visual Field Testing: To assess the extent and pattern of vision loss. Imaging Studies: MRI or CT scans can help identify structural abnormalities in the brain. Electrodiagnostic Tests: Such as Visual Evoked Potentials (VEP), which measure the electrical activity in the brain in response to visual stimuli. Lumbar Puncture: May be performed to analyze cerebrospinal fluid in cases of suspected multiple sclerosis or infections.
