Glaucoma
Glaucoma is an eye condition that damages the organ’s optic nerve, which supplies visual information from the eyes and into the brain. It’s often the result of abnormal pressure from inside the eyes, but it can also be a symptom of other diseases, like insulin resistance or diabetes. Over time, the pressure can lead to the erosion of the optic nerve’s tissues, resulting in vision problems or loss. But if it’s diagnosed and treated early, it can prevent further damage.
Specific conditions like open-angle glaucoma generally have little to no signs except for gradual loss of vision. On the other hand, acute-angle closure does. And it’s often an emergency that needs immediate treatment. Those who experience intense eye pain, sudden visual disturbances, and blurred vision should see a doctor quickly. Prolonging it will only increase the symptoms’ severity, resulting in irreparable damage.
The condition doesn’t have a single cause. The culprit behind the pressure build-up on the eyes remains unknown. However, health experts believe it may include factors such as increased blood pressure, blocked eye drainage, and reduced or poor flow of blood to the optic nerve. Medications like corticosteroids may also cause it.
