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As this eMedTV article explains, glaucoma is a group of incurable eye diseases that are characterized by high pressure in the eye, damage to the optic nerve, and other problems. This page covers the diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment of glaucoma.
Open angle glaucoma and congenital glaucoma are just two of the many types of this disease. This part of the eMedTV site provides an overview of the different types of glaucoma, with particular emphasis on open angle and angle closure glaucoma.
Although the causes of glaucoma are not known, many factors increase the risk of developing the condition. This eMedTV page discusses specific risk factors (such as having diabetes or a family history of glaucoma) associated with the eye disease.
Glaucoma symptoms can develop in one or both eyes and may include narrowed vision or blindness. As this eMedTV page explains, however, glaucoma symptoms will vary depending on the type of glaucoma that a person has.
As this eMedTV article explains, a glaucoma diagnosis is based on the results of a comprehensive eye exam. This segment describes the tests that are used to make a diagnosis of glaucoma, including the "air puff" test that many people are familiar with.
Glaucoma and eye pressure, although they typically go hand in hand, are not always linked. This portion of the eMedTV library provides a thorough explanation of the relationship between glaucoma and eye pressure.
As this eMedTV article explains, glaucoma treatment (such as medications, surgery, and laser surgery) should be administered as soon as possible to avoid more serious vision complications. This page takes a look at various glaucoma treatment options.
Glaucoma research is focused on finding the cause of glaucoma and developing better treatment methods. This eMedTV segment discusses the progress and newest findings of current glaucoma research studies.
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