Glaucoma is a complicated disease in which damage to the optic nerve results in vision loss. it is not just an eye disease, but a group of eye conditions resulting in optic nerve damage, which may cause loss of vision. Abnormally high pressure inside your eye (intraocular pressure) usually, causes this damage. Early diagnosis and treatment can minimize or prevent optic nerve damage and limit glaucoma-related vision loss. It is important to get your eyes examined regularly, and make sure your eye doctor measures your intraocular pressure.
Symptoms of Glaucoma
Gradual loss of peripheral vision, usually in both eyes
Tunnel vision in the advanced stages
Eye pain
Nausea and vomiting (accompanying the severe eye pain)
Sudden onset of visual disturbance, often in low light
Blurred vision
Halos around lights
Reddening of the eye
At Nethra eye care centre, patients are investigated comprehensively using various diagnostic methods like Tonometry, Pachymetry, Visual Acuity test, Optical coherence tomography (OCT) to rule out Glucoma. After diagnosing the problem the patients are being given personalized attention to maintain his/her vision and a good quality of life.