Glaucoma

Glaucoma, the 2nd most common cause of blindness in the UK, is characterised by damage to the optic nerve, usually due to excessively high intraocular pressure (IOP). Peripheral vision is affected in the early stages, and as the disease advances central vision may also be affected. This damage can lead to vision loss and blindness if left untreated.

Often, you cannot feel this high pressure – it is known as the “silent disease” – showing no signs of symptoms, which is why it is so important to get your eyes checked regularly.

Risk factors include age, family history, race & myopia.

The most common type of glaucoma is called primary open-angle glaucoma, where the drainage canals in the eye become clogged over time, leading to increased eye pressure.
Other types include angle-closure glaucoma and normal-tension glaucoma.

Treatment options include eye drops to lower eye pressure, oral medications, laser therapy, or surgery in more advanced cases.

We are dedicated to offering the best eye care and to provide a more detailed eye examination-an enhanced eye exam-with OCT. OCT is a non-invasive scan, which uses light waves to take a detailed cross section of the retina, including the optic nerve. This is helpful in detecting glaucoma.
Please ask for our Enhanced Eye Examination at time of booking.