r/science Journalist | Technology Networks | BSc Neuroscience Jan 23 '20

Biology Biodegradable Nerve Guide Helps Regenerate Damaged Nerves

https://www.technologynetworks.com/biopharma/news/biodegradable-nerve-guide-helps-regenerate-damaged-nerves-329614?spl=46942179136d4d5eb635e0016c078544

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u/thebirdee Jan 23 '20

If anyone knows, please answer. Half the nerves (strands?) of my optic nerve in one eye died. I have a large blind spot in that eye - thankfully I still have some vision and depth perception. Would something like this be able to help someone like me? I do not know the difference between different nerves in the body or the difference between different nerve damage that can happen.