Glaucoma Articles
Browse eMedTV's wide range of articles related to glaucoma including topics such as glaucoma cure, open angle glaucoma, and types of glaucoma. Use the search box at the top-right corner of the page to find information about other health topics.
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.
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.
Xalatan is a prescription medicine licensed to reduce eye pressure caused by certain conditions. This eMedTV resource explains how Xalatan works, explores the effects of this drug, and explains when and how to use the eye drop.
Travatan is a prescription eyedrop used to treat high eye pressure and open angle glaucoma. This eMedTV Web page describes the drug in more detail, explains how it works to lower eye pressure, and lists side effects reported with this medication.
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.
Lumigan is a prescription eye drop used to reduce eye pressure in people with certain eye conditions. This eMedTV segment explains how Lumigan works, offers general dosing guidelines for the drug, and lists possible side effects that may occur.
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 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.
As this eMedTV article explains, open angle glaucoma (the most common type of glaucoma) is one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States. This Web page covers open angle glaucoma and its symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options.
Generally, glaucoma surgery is performed when other efforts have failed to control pressure in the eye. This eMedTV resource describes the process of glaucoma surgery, including information on potential risks and expected results.
Although glaucoma laser surgery can stop the progression of glaucoma, it can't repair existing damage. This eMedTV Web page contains important information about glaucoma laser surgery, including what to expect before and after the procedure.
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.
Although acute glaucoma occurs in less than 10 percent of glaucoma cases, it can cause rapid loss of vision. This eMedTV resource offers an in-depth look at this serious condition and its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.
There are several types of glaucoma medications, including beta-blockers, miotics and adrenergic agonists. This eMedTV article describes these medications and explains how they can help stop the progression of glaucoma.
Xalatan (latanoprost ophthalmic solution) is not yet available in generic form. This article from the eMedTV archives explores when generic Xalatan could become available and explains the difference between a generic drug and its "generic name."
A glaucoma cure currently does not exist, but there are many things you can do to help protect your vision. This eMedTV resource discusses the possibility of finding a glaucoma cure and offers tips on protecting your vision.
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.
Some of the common side effects of Xalatan include itching, burning, and stinging. This eMedTV segment explores the severity of these Xalatan side effects and lists other side effects that may occur, including rare but potentially serious problems.
A few common Lumigan side effects include eye discharge, vision changes, and darkening of the iris. This page on the eMedTV Web site lists other possible side effects of Lumigan and explains which side effects require immediate medical attention.
