Georgia Woman Went for Her Annual Eye Exam. Then She Got a ‘Shock’ Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis
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Key Points:
- Andrea Medford was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) after visiting an eye doctor for blurry vision in one eye, where optic neuritis was identified during a routine vision test.
- Dr. Rebecca Briggs Garnier at Briggs Vision Group performed a red cap exam that revealed optic neuritis, prompting her to send Medford to the emergency room for further evaluation.
- At the hospital, Medford was diagnosed with MS and spent a week in the hospital before her vision improved, highlighting how eye exams can detect serious underlying health issues.
- The Briggs Vision Group emphasized that routine eye exams can detect over 200 diseases, underscoring their importance beyond just assessing vision health.
- Medford credits Dr. Briggs Garnier for her diagnosis
