How to Prevent Simple or Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma

Chronic open-angle glaucoma is one of the major causes of blurred vision. When there is high pressure inside your eyes, the optic nerve that connects your eyes to the brain gets damaged. This eye disease may not show a visible symptom for several months but can lead to partial or complete blindness. Take steps to prevent simple or chronic open-angle glaucoma.

Instructions

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  Visit your ophthalmologist regularly for complete eye check-ups. Early detection of eye pressure may prevent chronic open-angle glaucoma from causing complete blindness.

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  Find out whether any of your family members suffered from simple or chronic open-angle glaucoma. The disease is considered hereditary.

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  In open-angle glaucoma, blind spots occur first in the side vision. Central vision may be affected later.

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  Inform your ophthalmologist about any changes in your vision. This will help determine the line of treatment and aid in the prescription of more appropriate medication.

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  In advanced stages, the ophthalmologist will recommend a surgery called trabeculectomy.