Are there treatment for glucoma

Answer 1

Important Information About Glaucoma You Should Know

Glaucoma, also called the “sneak thief of sight,” is a serious eye disease that can cause permanent blindness if not diagnosed and treated in time. In honor of National Glaucoma Awareness Month every January, we would like to share some very important information about glaucoma that you will benefit from knowing.

Approximately three million people in the United States have some type of glaucoma eye disease. Based on available data, the National Eye Institute projects this number to climb to approximately 4.2

This important information about glaucoma is for informational purposes. If you suspect you have any of the symptoms of eye glaucoma, we recommend immediately scheduling an appointment with your trusted eye care provider. Let’s start with some basic facts about

glaucoma.

Some basic facts about glaucoma:

Only about 50% of the 3 million Americans with glaucoma get diagnosed

Higher rates among people of African-American, Asian or Latino/Hispanic heritage

African-Americans are 5x more likely to get glaucoma and 6x more likely to go blind

Up to 40% of sight can be lost before glaucoma is diagnosed

If undiagnosed and treated, glaucoma can cause permanent blindness

What are the Causes of Glaucoma?

At the present time, the causes of glaucoma are still a mystery. Although pressure on the optic nerve (also called “ocular hypertension”) is considered to be a significant risk factor, even people whose eye pressure is well within the “normal” range get glaucoma too.

Genetic disposition might explain the disproportionately high rate of glaucoma in people with East Asian, Central/South American and African-American heritage. However, at this time researchers still cannot say with any certainty.

Glaucoma Risk Factors

Although the exact cause of glaucoma remains a mystery, we have identified several glaucoma risk factors. Glaucoma risk factors include:

Age (40+)

Family history

Previous eye injury

Far or near-oriented eyesight

Use of steroid-based medication

Diabetes, high blood pressure/hypertension, poor circulation

The Symptoms of Eye Glaucoma

There are two primary types of age-related Macular Degeneration: Wet Form and Dry Form. By performing a retinal eye scan, your optometrist can detect both forms.

The Best Treatment for Glaucoma

Unfortunately, nerve and vision damage caused by glaucoma are irreversible. But hope does exist to treat this very serious eye disease. The best treatment for glaucoma eye disease depends on the severity of the condition when it is diagnosed. Your doctor will determine the best treatment for glaucoma based on your symptoms, and the disease’s progression. Treatments for glaucoma can include:

Eye drops to help lower pressure by helping drain fluid buildup or reduce amount

Argon laser trabeculoplasty (ALT) is a surgical procedure that can temporarily treat open angle glaucoma

A Canaloplasty uses a microcatheter to open the eye canal to allow for temporary drainage and pressure relief

Trabeculectomy is conventional surgery that makes a partial flap in the scleral wall of the eye for temporary drainage and pressure relief

Glaucoma drainage implants use flow tubes and plates inserted in the eye’s anterior chamber for drainage and pressure relief

Non-Penetrating Deep Sclerectomy (NPDS), which is similar to a trabeculectomy but has fewer side effects

If you are diagnosed, your doctor will discuss the best treatment option for glaucoma eye disease with you. We strongly recommend asking questions and taking notes during the consultation so that you are fully aware of your diagnosis and treatment options.

The Best Natural Treatment for Glaucoma

Many of our patients are just as health conscious about their eyes as they are about the rest of their bodies. We love that! As a result, we often field questions about the best natural treatment for glaucoma. According to the Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, there are several ways you can help control high eye pressure and promote overall vision health everyday:

Eating a healthy, balanced diet, including the intake of vitamins and minerals associated with eye health: Zinc, copper, selenium and vitamins A, E and C

Regular exercise may reduce the eye pressure associated with open-angle glaucoma

Refraining from caffeine and other stimulants that may increase eye pressure

Drinking moderate amounts of fluid (versus large amounts) to keep eye pressure lower

Using a wedge pillow to sleep with an elevated head to reduce intraocular pressure

Answer 2

If eye pressure is high, the eye doctor will prescribe drops to keep the eye pressures normal.

Answer 3

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