Glaucoma
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INDEXES:-
•Introduction to Glaucoma
•Importance of Early Detection
•Types of Glaucoma
•Symptoms of Glaucoma
•Treatment Options
•Diagnosis of Glaucoma :-
•Prevention and Management
Glaucoma :-
Glaucoma is a gathering of eye infections that is typically portrayed by strangely high eye pressure that in the end
prompts optic nerve harm. The optic nerve conveys visual data from your eye to your mind for handling.
Importance of Early Detection:-
Early detection allows healthcare providers to decide on personalised treatment plans depending on the individuals risks 
and traits
Types of Glaucoma:-
1. Open-Angle Glaucoma :
 Definition:
It occurs when the drainage canals in the eye become clogged over time, leading to an increase in 
intraocular
pressure (IOP).
 Characteristics:
• Gradual onset, often without noticeable symptoms.
• Slow damage to the optic nerve, leading to peripheral vision loss.
• Usually affects both eyes.
 Risk Factors:
Age (over 40), family history, high intraocular pressure, African descent, diabetes.
2. Angle-Closure Glaucoma (Acute Glaucoma):
 Definition:
A type of glaucoma caused by a sudden blockage of the eye’s drainage angle, which prevents the normal 
outflow of fluid and leads to a rapid increase in IOP
 Characteristics:
 Sudden, severe eye pain, headache, nausea, and vomiting.
 Blurred vision or halos around lights.
 Immediate medical emergency requiring treatment to prevent permanent vision loss
 Risk Factors:
Hyperopia (farsightedness), older age, Asian descent, family history.
3. Normal-Tension Glaucoma (Low-Tension Glaucoma):-
 Definition:
A type of glaucoma where optic nerve damage occurs despite normal or even low levels of intraocular 
pressure.
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 Characteristics:
 Damage to the optic nerve occurs even when IOP is not elevated.
 Gradual loss of peripheral vision.
 The cause is unclear, but factors like poor blood flow to the optic nerve may be involved.
 Risk Factors:
Family history, vascular issues, Japanese descent, heart disease
4. Congenital Glaucoma:-
 Definition:
A rare form of glaucoma that occurs in infants or children due to abnormal development of the eye's 
drainage system.
 Characteristics:
 Symptoms include large eyes, corneal clouding, and sensitivity to light.
 Can lead to permanent vision loss if not treated early.
 Risk Factors:
Genetic mutations or inheritance.
Symptoms of Glaucoma:-
• Severe headaches
• Eye pain
• Eye redness
• Nausea and vomiting
• Blurry vision
• Haloes around lights
• Patchy blind spots
• Tunnel vision
Diagnosis of Glaucoma :-
• Tonometry (measuring intraocular pressure)
• Ophthalmoscopy (examining the optic nerve)
• Visual field test (detecting peripheral vision 
loss)
• Gonioscopy (examining the angle of the eye)
Treatment Options:-
•.Medications:
Eye drops to reduce intraocular pressure.
Laser therapy:
Helps open blocked drainage canals.
Surgical interventions:
 In cases where medications and laser therapy are ineffective
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