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FOR PATIENTS
About LHON
Diagnosing LHON
SUPPORTING YOUR PATIENTS
Resources
FAQ
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Request More Info
Leber hereditary optic neuropathy (LHON) can
QUICKLY SHATTER THEIR LIVES
Act now—Protect what remains.
LHON
Loss of central vision in one eye followed by the other eye
History of blindness in the maternal family
Optic disc atrophy
No periocular pain with progressive vision loss
If you see patients with any of the above,
refer them to an ophthalmologist as soon as possible.
Recognize the symptoms of LHON. Act fast!
What is LHON?
Symptoms of LHON
Diagnosing LHON
The importance of early diagnosis
Potential risk factors and triggers
Tests to confirm LHON
Molecular genetic testing
Talking to your patients