What condition may lead to blindness due increased pressure?

The condition that may lead to blindness due to increased pressure is called glaucoma. Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve, which is responsible for sending visual information from the eye to the brain. The most common type of glaucoma is primary open-angle glaucoma, which is characterized by a gradual increase in pressure inside the eye (intraocular pressure). This increased pressure can damage the optic nerve and lead to vision loss if left untreated. Glaucoma is often asymptomatic in its early stages, so it is important to have regular eye exams to detect and treat the condition before significant vision loss occurs.