Learn about this condition that can damage the optic nerve.
Treatment options
Closed-angle glaucoma
Closed-angle glaucoma needs to be treated immediately. Medication is used to stabilise the pressure within the eye and then surgery is performed to create a longer-lasting solution. A laser peripheral iridotomy is often performed in which a tiny hole is created, allowing the eye to drain fluid and relieve pressure.
Open-angle glaucoma
For open-angle glaucoma, medicated eye drops are usually prescribed first. If these don’t succeed in limiting pressure build-up, surgery is often recommended. A laser treatment called Trabeculoplasty is often used in which the eye’s drainage angle is cleared to reduce eye pressure.
No one treatment is right for everyone and finding the right choice for you can take some expert help.
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