When I was diagnosed with ON, I was given a three day infusion of methylprednisolone. It still took a while for visions to return to my left eye, but the ache did seem to dissipate quickly. There's some argument about whether IVSM actually shortens an ON relapse or not, but in the neurology department where I'm treated, getting infusions for an acute episode is standard proceedure.
Thanks ESS... My first attack was in Feb this year... I'm feeling like I did bf... Eye/surrounding eye pain and vertigo with EXTREME exhaustion.... Not sure if they will treat me or not....