Glaucoma is an eye disease that many people fear and do not want to happen to themselves. because it is an eye disease that causes the risk of losing sight But in fact, glaucoma, if treated promptly, may be able to slow down the symptoms of the disease. or prevent permanent vision loss

Glaucoma is caused by damage to the optic nerve. because of the high intraocular pressure Which can occur both chronically and acutely according to the cause of the disease as follows

👁️ Open-angle glaucoma 👁️ This type of glaucoma is usually chronic. The patient will begin to lose vision from the periphery first. making the field of vision gradually narrower It is caused by the opening of the intraocular drainage passages but inability to properly drain the intraocular fluid. This causes fluid to accumulate in the eyeball. Until the pressure in the eye gradually increases, the optic nerve slowly deteriorates. This type of cataract usually does not cause pain. or severe irritation But if left untreated, it can lead to permanent vision loss.

👁️ Angle-closure glaucoma 👁️ It occurs when the tissue around the iris is swollen and clogs the ducts that drain fluid in the eye. causing a sudden increase in intraocular pressure This type of glaucoma can have severe symptoms, such as pain in the eyes, headaches, nausea, vomiting, and sudden blurred vision. If the above symptoms Urgent medical attention is required.

Symptoms of glaucoma cannot be identified in advance. But you can check the risks as follows If you are a person

👉 More than 40 years old

👉 There is a family history of glaucoma.

👉 is a patient with high blood pressure

👉 have diabetes

👉 Have you ever had an eye accident?

If multiple items can be checked It should be regularly checked for intraocular pressure.

If any of your eyes have symptoms of glaucoma Glaucoma cannot be cured. Because the part of the optic nerve that has been lost cannot be restored. But if the symptoms are detected early Your doctor may treat it with medication to control intraocular pressure. using a laser or surgery to create a new tube to drain the intraocular fluid It will help reduce pressure and avoid loss of sight to me.

If anyone is at risk or have early symptoms of glaucoma You can come in for examination at Thonburi Bamrungmuang Hospital. Our ophthalmologist center has experienced doctors. Ready to provide treatment and relief of glaucoma symptoms at all stages.

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