Glaucoma
Ophthalmology Services

Doctor’s recommendation of routine eye examination

Glaucoma is the name given to a group of eye diseases that lead to damage of the optic nerve, which can then lead to vision loss and the possibility of blindness. In most people this damage is due to an increased pressure inside the eye. Permanent damage to the optic nerve can be prevented in most glaucoma cases if diagnosed and treated early.

Sign and symptom:

  • There are usually no warning sign (often called "the silent thief of sight")
  • reduced peripheral vision
  • headaches
  • haloes around lights
  • vision loss

Treatment Options:

  • Medications

  • Laser procedures

    • An argon laser may be used to perform a procedure called a trabeculoplasty.

  • Incisional surgery

    • One type of surgery, a trabeculectomy, creates an opening in the wall of the eye so that aqueous humor can drain. It is performed under local anesthetic as an outpatient procedure or may require a brief hospital stay.

 

Useful Link: http://nihseniorhealth.gov/glaucoma/toc.html

Disclaimer Note: Information contained in these pages is not intended for medical diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician/consultant or other qualified health care provider before starting any new treatment.