title: 'Popper'-induced vision loss.
abstract: Amyl nitrite 'poppers' are recreational drugs, which are a potent source of nitric oxide. The use of 'poppers' can cause psychoactive stimulation, reduced blood pressure, tachycardia and involuntary muscle relaxation. Their use is becoming increasingly common around the world, including approximately 60% of Australia's male homosexual community. We report the first case of 'popper'-induced vision loss in Australasia.
authors: Department of Neurology, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, Australia. matthewkrilis@gmail.com
authors: Matthew
authors: M
authors: Krilis
authors: Julia
authors: J
authors: Thompson
authors: Alp
authors: A
authors: Atik
authors: Jed
authors: J
authors: Lusthaus
authors: Stacey
authors: S
authors: Jankelowitz
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000680:Amyl Nitrite / Q000009:adverse effects*; D001766:Blindness / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000175:diagnosis*; D006801:Humans; D013287:Illicit Drugs / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008297:Male
chemical_list: D013287:Illicit Drugs; D000680:Amyl Nitrite