Glaucoma
Protect Your Vision from Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve, often due to high intraocular pressure (IOP). If untreated, it can lead to vision loss and blindness. Early detection is crucial!
Types of Glaucoma
- Open-Angle Glaucoma (OAG): Most common, develops slowly with no early symptoms.
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma (ACG): Sudden eye pressure spike needing immediate care.
- Normal-Tension Glaucoma (NTG): Optic nerve damage despite normal eye pressure.
- Congenital Glaucoma: Present at birth due to abnormal eye development.
Symptoms & Risk Factors
- Symptoms: Gradual vision loss, halos around lights, severe eye pain, nausea.
- Risk Factors: Age (40+), family history, diabetes, high blood pressure, steroid use.
Treatment Options
- Eye Drops: Reduce eye pressure.
- Oral Medications: Decrease fluid production.
- Laser Therapy: Improves drainage (Trabeculoplasty, Iridotomy).
- Surgery: Creates new drainage pathways (Trabeculectomy, Shunt Implant).
Regular eye check-ups can prevent vision loss. Don't wait—protect your eyesight today!
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