What neurological causes nystagmus?
What neurological causes nystagmus? What causes nystagmus? Jerk nystagmus usually results from diseases affecting the inner ear balance mechanisms or the back part of the brain (brainstem or cerebellum). Pendular nystagmus can result from brain diseases such as multiple sclerosis, but can be a congenital problem as well. What is Optokinetic after nystagmus? Optokinetic after-nystagmus (OKAN) is the nystagmus which is immediately observed in darkness after optokinetic stimulation has been stopped. Barany reported this nystagmus in 1907. What drugs can cause nystagmus? The most common cause of acquired nystagmus is certain drugs or medicines. Phenytoin (Dilantin) - an antiseizure medicine,...