Glaucoma (Increased Intraocular Pressure)
Glaucoma happens when pressure inside your eye (intraocular pressure, or IOP) becomes too high. glaucoma happens when pressure inside your eye damages the nerve that sends images to your brain. It's often called the silent thief of sight because there are usually no early symptoms. This increased pressure can damage the optic nerve.
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Glaucoma (Increased Intraocular Pressure)
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Symptoms
- Often no symptoms in early stages
- Vision loss starting from the sides
- Tunnel vision (only see straight ahead)
- Eye pain or redness
- Blurry vision
- Seeing halos around lights
Causes
- High pressure inside the eye
- Damage to the optic nerve
- Fluid inside eye doesn't drain properly
- Family history of glaucoma
- Age over 60 increases risk
- Certain health conditions like diabetes
Treatments
- Glaucoma eye drops to lower pressure
- Laser treatment to improve drainage
- Micro-invasive glaucoma surgery
- Traditional glaucoma surgery
- Regular eye pressure checks
- Early detection through eye exams
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