HealthAugust 10, 2026

neuritis

noo-RYE-tis

Definition

Inflammation of a nerve or nerves, characterized in this context by damage to the optic nerve that impairs visual function.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'neuron' (nerve) combined with the suffix '-itis,' which denotes inflammation. The term has been used in medical contexts since the 19th century to describe various inflammatory nerve disorders.

In the news

The article discusses the drug Privosegtor as a potential neuroprotective therapy for optic neuritis, a condition involving inflammation of the optic nerve that can lead to vision loss.

Oculis Signs Asset Purchase Agreement with Accure Therapeutics for Lead Candidate, Privosegtor, Fortifying Oculis’ Position as an Emerging Leading Neuro-Ophthalmology Company

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The Manila Times

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