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Glaucoma Information Informs about the detection, treatment, and prevention of glaucoma. http://www.eyecaresource.com/eye-diseases/glaucoma.php
Extractions: Glaucoma is a disease that damages the eyes' optic nerves. Damage does not become noticeable until significant damage has occurred and if not treated could lead to severe vision loss or even blindness. Glaucoma is usually present with high intraocular pressure, pressure in the eyes, and results in a loss of peripheral vision. Early detection through eye exams will greatly help slowing down the disease. Normal-tension Glaucoma - occurs when there is optic nerve damage and loss of vision even with intraocular pressure within a normal range Angle-closure Glaucoma - Increase in eye intraocular pressure due either to too much fluid being produced in the eye or to fluid not being able to exit the eye due to a blockage of the meshwork inside the eye. This can cause pain, headaches, nausea, red eyes, blurred eyes and vision loss. According to the NEI, "This is a medical emergency. If your doctor is unavailable, go to the nearest hospital or clinic. Without treatment to improve the flow of fluid, the eye can become blind in as few as one or two days." Secondary Glaucoma - can form after eye surgeries or from certain medical conditions like diabetes Congenital Glaucoma - present at birth due to birth defects that hinders the flow of fluid out of the eye that causes cloudy, white eyes and sensitivity to lights
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Extractions: Return to Federal Citizen Information Center Home Page At the front of the eye, there is a small space called the anterior chamber. Clear fluid flows in and out of the chamber to bathe and nourish nearby tissues. In glaucoma, for still unknown reasons, the fluid drains too slowly out of the eye. As the fluid builds up, the pressure inside the eye rises. Unless this pressure is controlled, it may cause damage to the optic nerve and other parts of the eye and loss of vision. Nearly 3 million people have glaucoma, a leading cause of blindness in the United States. Although anyone can get glaucoma, some people are at higher risk. They include: Blacks over the age of 40. Anyone over the age of 60. People with a family history of glaucoma. Among Blacks, studies show that glaucoma is: Five times more likely to occur in Blacks than in Whites. About four times more likely to cause blindness in Blacks than in Whites. Fifteen times more likely to cause blindness in Blacks between the ages of 45- 64 than in Whites of the same age group.
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Extractions: Lists of Lectures Front Page OPEN ANGLE GLAUCOMA To begin the lecture, click the START button above. If you are the first time visitor, you might want to know [ How to navigate within and outside the lecture This is a beta version. Uploading date: May 27, 2003 Your comments to this version would be highly appreciated as well. Submit Your comments
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Extractions: GLAUCOMA DESCRIPTION: TREATMENT: Glaucoma cannot be "cured" - only controlled. Miotics help to facilitate aqueous drainage, and other medications (also in eyedrop form) decrease aqueous production. When these measures do not halt the advancing damage to visual fields or optic nerve, surgery (to clear or enlarge the drainage system) is indicated; it is a procedure of last resort. Trabeculectomy and trabeculotomy are microsurgical techniques with high success rates. Educational note: There may be periods of fluctuating vision if medication level also fluctuates. Fatigue may be a factor in regulating assignments. IMPLICATIONS: There is some evidence to suggest that stress tends to exacerbate glaucoma; therefore, emotional upset should be avoided. Excessive fatigue should also be avoided. Optical aids and illumination control (e.g., sunglasses) are recommended as needed, since photophobia and decreased visual acuity are symptoms of glaucoma. A unique characteristic of this disorder is the observation by the patient of halos around lights. Early identification and ongoing control are essential if visual function is to be maintained. Genetic counseling may be indicated.
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Glaucoma glaucoma slowly robs you of your peripheral vision and if left untreated, glaucoma, one of the leading causes of blindness, is estimated to affect 1 of http://www.apagrafix.com/patiented/glaucoma/Glaucoma.HTM
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Extractions: What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is increased pressure within the eye. Cells inside the eye produce a clear fluid ("aqueous humor") that maintains the shape of the eye and nourishes the tissues inside the eye. The balance of fluid production and drainage is responsible for maintaining normal pressure within the eye. In glaucoma, the drain becomes clogged but the eye keeps producing fluid. Therefore, the pressure in the eye increases. The increased pressure in the eye actually can cause the eye to stretch and enlarge. Back to TOP What causes Glaucoma? Glaucoma is classified as either primary or secondary in animals. Primary Glaucoma is an inherited condition. Primary glaucoma occurs in many breeds, especially American Cocker Spaniels, Basset Hounds, Chow Chows, Shar Peis, Labrador Retrievers, and Arctic Circle breed dogs (Huskies, Elkhounds, etc). It is rare in cats. Primary Glaucoma usually begins in one eye, but almost always eventually involves both eyes, leading to complete blindness.
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Extractions: Ophthalmology Associates OF MOBILE, P.A. Home Page Dr. Charles Jones Dr. Jeffery Morrow "No-Stitch" Cataract ... Links Ophthalmology Associates of Mobile is a multi-disciplinary eye care practice combining the strengths of Ophthalmology, Optometry and Opticianry for the benefit of our patients. Our practice offers total eye care which includes everything from the latest, high tech cataract surgical techniques through routine eye exams to replacing lost screws in your glasses frames. Please take a moment to browse our website to learn more about our office facility and staff. 610 Providence Park Drive Phone: (251) 635-0919 Building 2 Suite 202 (800) 433-1773 Mobile Alabama 36695 Fax: (251) 635-0924 Contact Us Office Location Cataract Surgery Diabetes ...
Glaucoma EyeCare Program Learn more about eye care for people at risk for glaucoma and accessing theglaucoma EyeCare Program. http://www.eyecareamerica.org/eyecare/public/glaucoma.cfm
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Extractions: Glaucoma Research Foundation The Glaucoma Research Foundation is committed to finding a cure for glaucoma, and, in the meantime, doing everything possible to protect the sight, independence, and quality of life of people with glaucoma.We have the latest information about glaucoma and research updates. We have answers to your questions as well as comprehensive information about glaucoma. We operate a national telephone support network and publish a quarterly newsletter. Through the Foundation, people with glaucoma can volunteer to help, or join a glaucoma family-history database. Scientists can find information on grants as well as resources including an eye donor network. The Foundation also funds and stimulates research nationally and internationally. The G laucoma F oundation The Foundation is an international not-for-profit organization dedicated to fighting glaucoma, the world's leading preventable cause of blindness. Worldwide, approximately 67,000,000 people have glaucoma; in the United States alone, 3 to 4 million people have the disease, including 6 percent of those over age 65, and are at risk of serious loss of sight. The site contains excellent information for patient and doctor. Glaucoma Medications
The Glaucoma Foundation - A notfor-profit organization dedicated to vital research to find cures for glaucoma. http://www.glaucomafoundation.org
