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Glaucoma is a serious eye condition that requires regular eye exams for early detection.<br>Timely treatment can help prevent vision loss and preserve quality of life.<br>

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  1. Glaucoma

  2. Table of contents 01 Types of Glaucoma 02 Risk Factors for Glaucoma 03 Symptoms of Glaucoma 04 Treatment Options 05 Conclusion

  3. 01 Types of Glaucoma

  4. Types of Glaucoma Primary Open-angle Glaucoma Most common type. Develops gradually over time. Peripheral vision loss is often the first sign. Angle-closure Glaucoma Also known as narrow-angle or closed-angle glaucoma. Rapid onset with severe symptoms like eye pain, headache, nausea, and blurred vision. Requires immediate medical attention. Normal-tension Glaucoma Optic nerve damage despite normal eye pressure. Exact cause unknown.

  5. 02 Risk Factors for Glaucoma

  6. Risk Factors for Glaucoma Age: Risk increases with age, especially after 60. Family history: Genetic predisposition plays a role. Ethnicity: Higher prevalence among African-Americans, Hispanics, and Asians. Medical conditions: Diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease increase the risk.

  7. 03 Symptoms of Glaucoma

  8. Symptoms of Glaucoma Often asymptomatic in the early stages. Gradual loss of peripheral vision. Tunnel vision in advanced stages. Severe eye pain, headache, nausea (in acute angle-closure glaucoma).

  9. 04 Treatment Options

  10. Treatment Options Medication Eye drops to reduce intraocular pressure. Oral medications in some cases. Laser Therapy Laser trabeculoplasty: Improves drainage of fluid from the eye. Laser iridotomy: Opens the drainage angle in angle-closure glaucoma. Surgery Trabeculectomy: Creates a new drainage channel for the aqueous humor. Drainage implants: Devices to improve fluid drainage.

  11. 05 Conclusion

  12. Conclusion Glaucoma is a serious eye condition that requires regular eye exams for early detection. Timely treatment can help prevent vision loss and preserve quality of life.

  13. Thanks! Do you have any questions? bhalanetraeyehospital@gmail.com +91-9833976577

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