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Glaucoma Glaucoma
is a general term used to describe a group of diseases that damage
the nervous tissue of the eye resulting in vision loss and potential
blindness. Elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) is one of the main
risk factors in developing the disease, but there are many glaucoma
patients that have relatively normal IOP. Other risk factors include
age, race, and family history. Like other slowly developing eye
diseases, glaucoma can cause significant, irreversible damage before
the patient notices anything is wrong with their vision. A comprehensive
eye exam will reveal any risk factors, and our doctors are highly
experienced in the diagnosis and management of the disorder. In
its early stages, glaucoma is effectively treated with topical drops
that lower the IOP. In some cases; drops are not enough and the
pressures must be lowered by a surgical procedure.
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