Medical Advices Blog

You need a combination of drops, laser treatment and surgery, depending on the type of glaucoma.

Glaucoma Treatment

- Take medication regularly as prescribed by the ophthalmologist.

- Be sure to keep appointments.

- Make sure you know what type of glaucoma sufferer.

- Let your family to undergo a test to diagnose the disease.

- If you need to start taking some new pads for another condition, make sure the doctor is aware that it is administered eye drops and what it is.

- Always include eye drops if you ask about medications you take regularly.Activity

If caught early, the vision will remain good and there should be no restrictions on activity. There are strict guidelines regarding the levels of vision to drive and it is advised that people with glaucoma to disclose their diagnosis at the time of obtaining the license. Require regular testing of the fields of vision to ensure that they remain fit to drive. After surgery, there may be limitations on short-term activities.

Impairment

Glaucoma, if not treated properly or is not detected early enough, can lead to blindness.

What steps can be taken to avoid glaucoma?

Primary Open Angle Glaucoma

There are no known methods to avoid this condition, but it’s important for people over 40 have your eyes examined regularly, controlling intraocular pressure, since treatment in the early stages can prevent visual field loss. It is impossible to recover the damaged vision if left untreated the disease at an early stage. People with a family history of glaucoma (especially parents and siblings) should be vigilant, but anyone over 40 years should undergo periodic review.

Angle closure glaucoma acute

The acute attack with pain and reduced vision may be preceded by similar attacks less severe. There may be a history of halos seen around lights, especially in the afternoon, they cease to be after a night’s rest. People with these symptoms should seek medical advice.

credit to: Dr. José María Martínez de la Casa, Dra. Caroline MacEwen