AUGUST 2019

GLAUCOMA -
ALL ABOUT PRESSURED EYES

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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.
 Two Common Types Of Glaucoma About Healing The
At least three million Americans have open-angle glaucoma, which is based on very
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gradually (over years) and accounts for 90% of glaucoma cases). The drainage canals of
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The second most common type of glaucoma is angle-closure glaucoma. Contrary to the
that include macular degeneration,
gradual progression of open-angle glaucoma, angle-closure glaucoma happens very glaucoma, cataracts, eyestrain and
suddenly, once the iris (the colorful round muscle that regulates the quantity of light other eye disorders. Dr. Kondrot has
that comes in through the pupil) blocks the drainage canals. This tends to come with a worldwide following because of
many different symptoms, such as nausea, headaches, eye discomfort, quite blurred these successful therapies.
vision, and rainbows. Get your ophthalmologists guidance immediately if you experience
these symptoms.

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!