Being diagnosed with glaucoma can be overwhelming. People suffering from glaucoma experience loss of sight, either partial or complete. There are many kinds of treatments to choose from, including medications and surgery, so it's imperative that you talk to your physician as well as do your own research about which procedure(s) is right for you.
Even though there is no cure as yet for glaucoma, there are treatments available, including eyedrops and surgery. These treatments work by relieving pressure to the eye and reducing damage to the optical nerve. Surgical treatment can be done by laser, or it can be administered through traditional cutting surgery, but regardless of the choice one makes, they are both safe and effective.
You should see your doctor immediately if you develop signs of glaucoma such as headaches after reading or when entering dark areas - especially if you see "halos" or experience blurry vision. If you have problems seeing colors, night vision, or you are noticing that entire words suddenly disappear when you read, you might be suffering from glaucoma.
Glaucoma is not easily diagnosed through a specific test. Instead, she will likely look at a number of things such as visual field, the condition of the optic nerve, symptoms you're experiencing, intraocular pressure and decreased vision to see on either side and inability to perceive motion.
There are some things that you can personally change in your lifestyle to reduce the risk of eye pressure. Research has shown that regular moderate exercise can lower eye pressure. Avoiding caffeine and the excessive consumption of liquids can also reduce the amount of pressure in the eye. Wearing sunglasses with a high level of UV protection is helpful as well.
If your doctor has prescribed eye drops for lowering the pressure in your eyes after a diagnosis of glaucoma, make sure you use them as directed. Most serious problems that develop with glaucoma are because patients fail to use the medication properly. For older people, getting the drop in the eye might be challenging, due to possible shaking of hands and arms, or stiffness in their joints. Price of the glaucoma medication can also, sometimes, present a problem.
If cost of medication is an issue, talk to your health care provider about lower cost medication. Beta blockers are fairly inexpensive at about $5 a month, and research shows they are effective in lowering eye pressure. Also, get in touch with the Glaucoma Research Foundation or the National Eye Institute. Both organizations can provide useful information about glaucoma.
If you are suffering from this disease and you are having difficulties in getting or using treatment, you should talk to your doctor immediately. All these problems come with solutions, and treatments should never be delayed because of rocks on the path.
Even though there is no cure as yet for glaucoma, there are treatments available, including eyedrops and surgery. These treatments work by relieving pressure to the eye and reducing damage to the optical nerve. Surgical treatment can be done by laser, or it can be administered through traditional cutting surgery, but regardless of the choice one makes, they are both safe and effective.
You should see your doctor immediately if you develop signs of glaucoma such as headaches after reading or when entering dark areas - especially if you see "halos" or experience blurry vision. If you have problems seeing colors, night vision, or you are noticing that entire words suddenly disappear when you read, you might be suffering from glaucoma.
Glaucoma is not easily diagnosed through a specific test. Instead, she will likely look at a number of things such as visual field, the condition of the optic nerve, symptoms you're experiencing, intraocular pressure and decreased vision to see on either side and inability to perceive motion.
There are some things that you can personally change in your lifestyle to reduce the risk of eye pressure. Research has shown that regular moderate exercise can lower eye pressure. Avoiding caffeine and the excessive consumption of liquids can also reduce the amount of pressure in the eye. Wearing sunglasses with a high level of UV protection is helpful as well.
If your doctor has prescribed eye drops for lowering the pressure in your eyes after a diagnosis of glaucoma, make sure you use them as directed. Most serious problems that develop with glaucoma are because patients fail to use the medication properly. For older people, getting the drop in the eye might be challenging, due to possible shaking of hands and arms, or stiffness in their joints. Price of the glaucoma medication can also, sometimes, present a problem.
If cost of medication is an issue, talk to your health care provider about lower cost medication. Beta blockers are fairly inexpensive at about $5 a month, and research shows they are effective in lowering eye pressure. Also, get in touch with the Glaucoma Research Foundation or the National Eye Institute. Both organizations can provide useful information about glaucoma.
If you are suffering from this disease and you are having difficulties in getting or using treatment, you should talk to your doctor immediately. All these problems come with solutions, and treatments should never be delayed because of rocks on the path.
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