How Is Glaucoma Diagnosed ? - Glaucoma Treatment In Ghatkopar | mumbaieyecare

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How Is Glaucoma Diagnosed ? -
Glaucoma Treatment In Ghatkopar
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Glaucoma Treatment In Ghatkopar - Specialist, Dr.
Jatin Ashar To diagnose glaucoma, Ophthalmologist
needs to perform a comprehensive eye examination
along with detailed medical family history of
glaucoma. Theyll check for signs of
deterioration, including loss of nerve tissue.
They may also use one or more of the following
tests and procedures
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Puff test It is a basic glaucoma screening test
to estimate eye pressure (normal range - 12 to 22
mmHg). Tonometry It measures inner eye pressure
using eye numbing drops. Pachymetry - People with
thin corneas have an increased risk of developing
glaucoma, so pachymetry test can be used to
determine cornea thickness. Ophthalmoscopy It
is used to look at the shape and color of your
optic nerve Perimetry - a visual field test that
checks your peripheral and central
vision. Gonioscopy It examines the angle in
your eye where the iris and the cornea meet
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Treatment Glaucoma is a disease basically due to
increased eye pressure so the main focus in early
stages of glaucoma is to to reduce pressure in
the eye somehow. Regular use of prescription eye
drops is the first line of treatment. Some cases
with associated medical conditions may require
systemic medications, laser treatment, or other
surgery. While there is not yet a cure for
glaucoma, early diagnosis and continuing
treatment can preserve eyesight. Prevention
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There is no known way to prevent glaucoma, but
catching it early means it can be treated more
effectively and vision loss can be minimized.
Because, often, there are no symptoms, getting
your eyes regularly checked is important
especially for people with a greater risk.
Moderate activity like walking or jogging on
regular basis might help lower eye pressure. Use
protective eyewear when playing sports, outdoor
activities in sunny weather or working on home
improvement projects.
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Important Reminder This information is only
intended to provide guidance, not a definitive
medical advice. Please consult eye doctor about
your specific condition. Only a trained,
experienced board certified eye doctor can
determine an accurate diagnosis and proper
treatment. To schedule an appointment with our
Glaucoma specialist for Glaucoma Treatment In
Ghatkopar, please call us at 91 8451045935,
91-8451045934 or visit our clinic at Address.