GLAUCOMA

WHAT IS GLAUCOMA?

Glaucoma It is a disease in which the optic nerve is pressed or the blood supply is obstructed by the rise of the intraocular pressure, causing abnormalities of the optic nerve function. The optic nerve is a nerve that transmits the light received by the eye to the brain, so if there is a defect, the visual field defect appears, and at the end, the sight is lost.

Chronic (open angle) glaucoma is characterized by no symptoms at the beginning, and symptoms that appear to narrow the field of vision. In case of acute (closed angle) glaucoma, sudden increase in intraocular pressure may result in decreased visual acuity, congestion, eye sickness, severe headache and vomiting.

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Preventing eye disease by regular examination for 40 years or older

From Lasik Eye Center In addition to cataract surgery, glaucoma is also treated with advanced techniques. Early vision and early treatment are the most important factors in glaucoma, as vision narrowed once with glaucoma cannot be restored. If you are over 40 years old, it is recommended to have regular checkups and ophthalmic checkups every year in your ophthalmology department.

Typical glaucoma tests are intraocular pressure, visual field, and optic nerve. Lasik Eye Center provides precise ophthalmic examinations using advanced equipment to help prevent and diagnose glaucoma.

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Glaucoma results into more and more narrow vision. This means that damage to the optic nerve and nerve fiber layer has progressed by various factors. Without treatment, it can lead to blindness. Nowadays, it occurs not only in the elderly but also in young people in their 20s and 30s.

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When the pressure of the eye (intraocular pressure) is higher than normal, the optic nerve is damaged. Although IOP is the main cause of glaucoma, it is more common that the blood circulation is not good in the optic nerve. If the IOP is high, it is classified as ‘primary open right angle glaucoma’ and when the intraocular pressure is normal, it is classified as ‘normal’ glaucoma.

Other people with high myopia, family history of glaucoma, traumatic eye injuries, long-term administration of steroid eye drops, and those with systemic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disease, arteriosclerosis or severe bleeding Appears.

Waterproofing plays a role in maintaining the shape of the eyeballs, but when the intraocular pressure rises, the waterproofing ability decreases.

Waterproofing plays a role in maintaining the shape of the eyeballs, but when the intraocular pressure rises, the waterproofing ability decreases.

Glaucoma appears in more than 40s, but as the use of smartphones increases, the burden of eye strain increases and the onset of young people in their 20s and 30s is increasing.

HIGH PROBABILITY OF GLAUCOMA?

Although it is known as a representative disease in older people, it is increasing among young people in recent years. Therefore, it is necessary for all ages to be aware of this disease, and it is necessary to have a checkup once a year after the age of 30.

The list shown below has a higher probability of having glaucoma:

40 years and older
If your parents or siblings have glaucoma
Diabetes, hypertension, arteriosclerosis, etc.
High myopia
If you have severe eye trauma
If you have recurrent uveitis

Glaucoma appears in more than 40s, but as the use of smartphones increases, the burden of eye strain increases and the onset of young people in their 20s and 30s is increasing.

SYMPTOMS OF GLAUCOMA?

Patients with chronic glaucoma do not feel any symptoms because the progression of the disease is slow. Acute glaucoma, on the other hand, increases pressure in the eye in a moment and can cause severe pain or a sudden drop in visual acuity. If you have any of the following symptoms, you need treatment as soon as possible:

Difficulty focusing the eye
Head heavy or sore (headache)
Bad mood
Nausea and vomiting.
Feel tired easily
Cannot see shoulders
Poor eyesight
There is an invisible part of the eye (visual field defect)
Eyesight changes and eyes become painful
Seeing a rainbow (halo) when looking at light

Glaucoma is important for early detection rather than special prevention, so if you are over 40 years old, it is advisable to have a test to see if you have glare every year.

HOW TO DIAGNOSE GLAUCOMA?

First, it is important to perform an intraocular pressure test and optic nerve examination. If IOP is high, it is not all glaucoma. If it is normal in visual field test, it is called IOP. In this case, it is recommended to check the visual field regularly to see if it progressed to glaucoma.

Eye Pressure Examination
Vision Examination
Refraction Examination
Eyesight Examination
Fundus Examination
OCT Disc(Optic nerve CT) and etc.

Acute glaucoma is accompanied by severe pain, headache, and sore throat. However, if you do not recognize the eye disease at this time, such as brain and gastrointestinal diseases, you may lose sight. The first aid of the ophthalmologist should be done urgently and within 12 hours.

Glaucoma is important for early detection rather than special prevention, so if you are over 40 years old, it is advisable to have a test to see if you have glare every year.

WHAT IS GLAUCOMA TREATMENT?

The treatment depends on the individual and the type of glaucoma, and then you should choose the appropriate treatment. Most glaucoma needs treatment. Patients with early glaucoma usually have good visual acuity, so it is a good idea to use medication on a continuous consultation with your doctor and watch the results of your treatment.

Patients with end-stage glaucoma who have lost much of their vision may be able to stop their vision from getting worse if they continue to be treated. In addition, the damaged optic nerve may recover some functions.

HOW TO PREVENT GLAUCOMA?

Glaucoma patients should be especially cautious if they have a family history. Lifestyle is important, and vascular health care is important as well as intraocular pressure.

Loosely tie the tie
Caffeine,Tobacco shrinks blood vessels.
I do not drink a lot of water at once.
Excessive yoga, weight lifting, etc. Avoid the attitude of blood in the head
Repeated exercise such as sit-ups and elevated abdominal pressure
Eliminate abdominal obesity
Do not watch TV or read books in the dark
Minimize emotional fluctuations and avoid excitement

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