All About Pressured Eyes

1. AUGUST 2019 GLAUCOMA - ALL ABOUT PRESSURED EYES WHAT'S INSIDE THIS PDF: Introduction About Glaucoma Types OF Glaucoma Common Risk Factors Importance Of Early Identification INTRODUCTION Written by Healing the Eye Human eyesight is a remarkably intricate system, and a problem everywhere along the way may lead to seriously compromised vision. One particular problem is glaucoma, a group of eye conditions that affect millions of people in the US, which makes it the 2nd most frequent cause of vision loss and blindness in the nation. Glaucoma is caused by damage to the optic nerve from pressure in the eye. Intraocular Pressure: A Delicate Balance The human eye is filled with fluid -- aqueous humor in the front chambers, vitreous humor in the bigger rear chamber behind the lens.In a healthy eye, the pressure of the fluid remains within a safe range because the quantity of aqueous humor being generated is roughly equal to the quantity flowing out through the pupil. In an eye suffering glaucoma, this drainage system doesn't work.

2. Two Common Types Of Glaucoma About Healing The Eyes At least three million Americans have open-angle glaucoma, which is based on very gradually (over years) and accounts for 90% of glaucoma cases). The drainage canals of the eye become clogged, from draining stopping the fluid and inducing the pressure. Since this process is so slow and eyesight isn't markedly affected until late in the disease, routine comprehensive eye examinations are essential for catching it early on and halting its progress. The second most common type of glaucoma is angle-closure glaucoma. Contrary to the gradual progression of open-angle glaucoma, angle-closure glaucoma happens very suddenly, once the iris (the colorful round muscle that regulates the quantity of light that comes in through the pupil) blocks the drainage canals. This tends to come with many different symptoms, such as nausea, headaches, eye discomfort, quite blurred vision, and rainbows. Get your ophthalmologists guidance immediately if you experience these symptoms. The prestigious center for Healing the Eye promotes wellness of sight, body, mind and spirit is located in Zephyrhills FL The center treats patients who seek holistic non- invasive therapies for eye problems that include macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataracts, eyestrain and other eye disorders. Dr. Kondrot has a worldwide following because of these successful therapies. Common Risk Factors While everyone has some risk of developing glaucoma, certain factors can make it more likely. Glaucoma is a lot more prevalent in people over 60, especially African Americans and Hispanics. People of Asian descent are at risk of angle-closure glaucoma. A significant risk factor for glaucoma is heredity. Studies estimate that more than half of glaucoma cases are familial. Someone is ten times more likely to develop it than somebody who does not. Other risk factors include eye harm and use. Why Early Identification Matters Vision loss from glaucoma is irreversible and there's presently no cure for the disorder, but medication and/or surgery can stop its progress so as long as it's diagnosed in time. The key to diagnosis is eye exams, especially for anyone that have a high risk of developing the condition. Ensure that you're familiar with your family's eye health history, and also do not forget to keep your regional optometrist in the loop! Your lifelong healthy vision is the top priority!