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What is Galucoma?

Glaucoma is a progressive eye disease characterized by damage to the optic nerve, which is responsible for transmitting visual information from the eye to the brain. This damage is often associated with increased pressure within the eye, known as intraocular pressure (IOP). However, glaucoma can also occur even with normal or low IOP.

There are different types of glaucoma, with the most common being primary open-angle glaucoma. This type typically develops gradually and painlessly, often without noticeable symptoms in the early stages. As the disease progresses, peripheral vision gradually deteriorates, leading to a condition known as tunnel vision. If left untreated, glaucoma can eventually cause permanent vision loss and blindness.

Types of Galucoma

There are several types of glaucoma, each with distinct characteristics and underlying causes. The main types of glaucoma include:

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Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG)

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Angle-Closure Glaucoma

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Normal-Tension Glaucoma

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Secondary Glaucoma

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Congenital Glaucoma

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Normal Pressure Glaucoma

Glaucoma symptoms

Glaucoma often develops gradually and may not cause noticeable symptoms in the early stages. As the disease progresses, the following symptoms may occur:

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Patchy blind spots in the visual field

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Vision narrows to a tunnel-like field

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Blurry or hazy vision

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Perception of halos or rings around lights

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Severe Eye Pain, Headache and Nausea

When to seek medical advice

Glaucoma is a medical emergency and requires attention immediately. An early glaucoma diagnosis can help prevent your vision diminishing. You will not go blind if your glaucoma is diagnosed early enough and you follow your treatment as instructed. Any sight you have lost you will not regain, however, there is help and information available for people who have lost their sight through glaucoma.

Glaucoma Treatments

Glaucoma is a medical emergency and requires attention immediately. An early glaucoma diagnosis can help prevent your vision diminishing. You will not go blind if your glaucoma is diagnosed early enough and you follow your treatment as instructed. Any sight you have lost you will not regain, however, there is help and information available for people who have lost their sight through glaucoma.

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