faq_category: Glaucoma
Being fit is always good. The consistent aerobic program is essential to maintain the normal pressure of the eye.
The imbalance between the production of eye fluid called aqueous and its drainage can lead to an increase in eye pressure.
Normal pressure in the eye ranges from 6-21 mmHg. Glaucomatous damage of nerve can take place in normal pressures also
Yes, certain eye drops can cause heart problem, they have the potential to reduce heartbeat and alter blood pressure. If you inform your doctor of your general health, such a drug will not be prescribed.
Glaucoma occurs when the optic nerve is damaged; this damage is permanent and irreversible and can result in blindness either partially or entirely. However early diagnosis might save your eye from losing vision.
Preventing glaucoma from getting worse is not difficult. Regular eye examinations and being regular with treatment (if prescribed) are important.
Glaucoma can occur irrespective of age-group, but the risk increases with advancing age. Usually, open-angle glaucoma affects people aged above 40; primary congenital glaucoma affects 1 in 10,000, juvenile, open-angle glaucoma affects 1 in 50,000.
No food item has been specifically implicated in the causation of glaucoma. Healthcare professionals cite restriction in consumption of certain foods. Such foods contain saturated fatty acids and Trans fats; excessive alcohol and coffee should also be avoided.
This will be determined by your doctor, taking into account your age, your general health and how much damage already exists for a given eye pressure.
This will be determined by your doctor, taking into account your age, your general health and how much damage already exists for a given eye pressure.