GLAUCOMA :::
Glaucoma results from a disturbance of the normal balance between the production and drainage of the aqueous humor The increased intraocular pressure if it is not relieved may result in partial or even total blindness Although it can occur at any age it is most common in people over 40 years of age Early diagnosis and treatment are most important in preventing the loss of vision In acute glaucoma the patient has attacks of severe pain in and around his eyes sees halos particularly around lights and has blurred vision These attacks usually occur suddenly
Chronic glaucoma occurs more frequently than the acute type patients often have no symptoms untill their disease is fairly well advanced The symptoms are some what similar to those of acute glaucoma
Early diagnosis can be established by examination with an instrument called tonometer This measures the tension in the eye All patients with glaucoma should avoid coffee tea and other caffeine products and must also limit their total fluid intake It is important that they avoid lifting heavy objects that can increase intraocular pressure and limit activities that cause eye strain and fatigue Constriction of pupil with the help of parasympathomimetic drugs help in drainage of fluid through the canal of Schlemm and hence decreases intraocular pressure giving relief from glaucoma
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