Loss of vision can occur rapidly. There is no cure for glaucoma. If loss of vision is sustained there are no treatments available that can restore vision. If glaucoma is detected, especially in the early stages, it can be controlled. Treatments such as eyedrops, ointments, pills, laser treatment, and surgery can help to effectively control glaucoma.
Eyedrops are the most common form of treatment.
These special eyedrops have a beta- blocker that helps to decrease the intraocular pressure inside the eye lowering the amount of fluid produced by the eye and helping it drain correctly. Glaucoma can be present without any noticeable symptoms. That is why it's important to have regular eye examinations if you are in a high risk group. An ophthalmoscopy is then performed to check the health of the optic nerve. Feel free to call us and schedule a free screening in our office, or you may go ahead and schedule a complete eye examination.