Warning Signs of Glaucoma and Steps to Prevent the Same

 

Glaucoma is an eye condition affecting the optic nerve of the eyes and leading to vision loss progressively. Although glaucoma may occur at any age, it usually develops later in life. Each of the different types of glaucoma relates to pressure within the eyes. Glaucoma may cause permanent vision loss, that might result in complete blindness when left untreated. In a majority of people over the age of 60, Glaucoma is one of the most common causes of blindness and even contour LASIK may not help. This is because it treats the cornea present in the outer eye layer and not the optic nerve.

 

There are no visible early signs and symptoms in various types of glaucoma. This is why it is quite important to get timely screening eye exams and prevent vision loss. It is possible to slow down or prevent glaucomatous damage by early detection. However, one needs to monitor their condition for their entire life and with the specific optimal treatment.

 

Causes of Glaucoma

 

Early detection of the causes of glaucoma can save you from the adverse effects. Even an advanced surgery like contoura visionsurgery is not helpful in glaucoma. If there is any blockage in the drainage of eye fluids, there can occur a buildup of pressure in the eyes. This may result in glaucoma which may have an unknown etiology or sometimes be inherited. The other causes for this condition are any type of blunt injury to the eyes, blockage in the blood vessels of the eyes, certain medications, eye infections, or inflammatory eye diseases.

 

Symptoms

 

The type and staging of glaucoma help to determine the symptoms of this condition. Usually, symptoms are visible in the late stages of this condition. You must look for an eye specialist in Mohali as soon as you notice the symptoms listed below.

 

●       Vision loss

●       Whitening of the cornea

●       Patchy blind spots

●       Severe headache

●       Redness in eyes

●       Eye pain

●       Tunnel vision

 

Prevention of glaucoma

 

You must take care of your eyes and ensure that you visit the doctor for early detection of glaucoma. Early diagnosis helps prevent the condition and also its further progression.

 

●       Regular eye exercises for reduced eye pressure

●       Know the eye health history of your family.

●       Wearing suitable eye protection

●       Regular eye examinations

 

Sohana Hospital has state-of-the-art facilities with experienced ophthalmologists. If you are looking to get treatment for glaucoma or undergo contoura vision in Mohali, we gave quality treatment for you. Our ophthalmology department has the latest machines and is backed by a devoted medical team to treat you.