Glaucoma
Known Symptoms
- Gradual loss of peripheral vision over time in affected individuals.
- Seeing halos around lights, especially in acute glaucoma types.
- Eye pain, headache, and nausea in acute angle-closure cases.
Known Causes
- Elevated intraocular pressure leading to optic nerve damage gradually.
- Family history, ageing, diabetes, or hypertension increasing disease risk.
- Prolonged corticosteroid use or history of eye trauma/surgery.
Care
- Regular eye check-ups and tonometry for early detection and monitoring.
- Use prescribed pressure-lowering eye drops consistently as directed.
- Laser or surgical intervention if medications fail to control pressure.
- Manage systemic conditions like diabetes and hypertension for eye health.
- Gradual loss of peripheral vision over time in affected individuals.
- Seeing halos around lights, especially in acute glaucoma types.
- Eye pain, headache, and nausea in acute angle-closure cases.
Featured Specialities
Our Speciality Services
Ophthalmology
In our Department of Ophthalmology, we provide comprehensive eye care for all ages, ranging from routine vision checks to complex surgery. Our ophthalmologists diagnose and treat cataracts, glaucoma, corneal disease (including transplants), retinal disorders, paediatric eye problems, and eye injuries or infections. In addition to advanced diagnostics, such as slit-lamp exams, OCT, perimetry, and imaging, we offer proven treatments such as phacoemulsification, ICLs, retinal and glaucoma surgery, as well as oculoplastic and lacrimal procedures. Care is coordinated with other specialties for safe peri-operative support and rehabilitation, and our clinics and theatres are equipped for day-case and inpatient procedures.
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