 Glaucoma
is typically a silent, chronic condition with elevated eye pressure
that can lead to vision loss. Fortunately, most patients have
the chronic open angle form of glaucoma which takes years to
injure your vision. Once damaged, the vision cannot be restored.
As a result, it is always a good idea to have regular eye exams
as an adult to ensure everything is healthy.
Glaucoma, untreated, is among the leading causes of blindness
in the USA. Early diagnosis and treatment can usually prevent
vision-threatening damage. Heredity plays an important role
in who develops glaucoma. If you have glaucoma or are being
followed as a suspect, you should advise your blood relatives
to be examined.
At Tri-County, we are commited to ensuring the health of
your eye. Every full eye exam includes detailed examination
of the optic nerve to check for signs of glaucoma. Our comprehensive
ophthalmologists closely monitor glaucoma problems when they
arise, and provide treatment as needed.
Glaucoma care treatment options for include
topical eye drop medications, laser treatments and sometimes
surgery.
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