Glaucoma Diagnose & Management
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, which is essential for good vision.
This damage is often caused by abnormally high pressure inside the eye.
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness, especially in people over the age of 60.
Treatment
The damage caused by glaucoma can’t be reversed. However, treatment and regular checkups can help slow or prevent vision loss, especially when detected early.
Eyedrops & Medications
Treatment usually begins with prescription eyedrops. These help reduce eye pressure by improving fluid drainage or decreasing fluid production.
In some cases, more than one type of eyedrop may be required depending on the pressure level.
Surgery & Other Therapies
Laser treatments and surgical procedures help improve fluid drainage from the eye and reduce pressure.
Laser Therapy: Opens clogged drainage channels (Trabeculoplasty)
Filtering Surgery: Creates a new drainage opening (Trabeculectomy)
Drainage Tubes: Small tube inserted to remove excess fluid
MIGS: Minimally invasive procedures with quicker recovery