GLAUCOMA SERVICES AT 108 EYE AND HEALTH CENTRE
WHAT IS GLAUCOMA?
Glaucoma can be caused by increased pressure of the fluid in the eye. The inside of the eye contains fluid that's constantly flowing into and being drained out of the eye.
However, fluid starts accumulating in the eye, exerting pressure inside the eye, If the drainage mechanism in an area called Trabecular meshwork gets blocked.
This redundant fluid that builds up in the eye presses against the optical nerve at the reverse of the eye, therefore damaging spares of the optical nerve. This damage appears as gradual visual changes and also loss of vision, if it remains untreated..
Gradational Effortless Loss of side vision in Glaucoma
Who are at danger for glaucoma?
people with a family history of glaucoma
people over 40 years of age
people with diabetes
people who have used steroids for a long period of time
people with physical eye injuries
How is glaucoma diagnosed?
A comprehensive eye check-up by an ophthalmologist is the most best way to detect glaucoma. A complete eye examination includes measuring IOP and assessing the drainage angle of the eye and the optical nerve. Also visual field tests are used to estimate the supplemental vision of each eye. OCT is also done to detect early optical nerve damage.
How can glaucoma be treated?
While there's no cure for glaucoma, elevated IOP is presently the only treatable risk factor. It's important to treat aggressively with the most effective eye drops that can give maximum reduction of elevated IOP with long term control. In some cases, surgery can also help. It's important for patient to use medication as specified and maintain regular examination with an ophthalmologist who can evaluate glaucoma progression and treatment options.
