Hemianopia, represents decreased vision or blindness, characterized by impairment of half the visual field. The loss of half the visual field can be on the right or the left half (lateral or vertical hemianopia) or the upper or lower half (altitudinal or horizontal hemianopia).
Lesions of the optic chiasm (portion of the nervous system that is essential for a correct view) caused by various pathological conditions (cancer, intracranial hemorrhage, trauma, compression due to the presence of carotid aneurysms, etc.) are at the origin of this condition.
What kind of diseases can be associated with hemianopia?
Diseases that can be associated hemianopia are the following:
- Carotid Aneurysm
- Stroke
- Cerebral ischemia
- Meningitis
- Trauma
- Brain Tumors
- Pituitary tumors
Remember that this is not an exhaustive list and it is highly recommended to consult your doctor, in case of symptom’s persistence.
What is the therapy for hemianopia?
The therapy for hemianopia varies depending on the underlying disease. In case of occurrence of this disorder, the condition must be considered as a symptom of another disease and not the disease itself. It is recommended to visit a specialist, so they can perform an eye examination.
When is most likely to contact your doctor in case of hemianopia?
If case of hemianopia it is always good to consult a doctor or a specialist in ophthalmology.
