Emergency No: 08062136598Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that involves damaging the optic nerve. The optical nerve is responsible for sending information from the eye to the brain and is important to perfect vision. Often, optic nerve damage is linked to high pressure in the eye, but it can also occur in a normal eye. Glaucoma is a condition that can affect anyone at any age, however, is more common in adults who are older. It is identified to be one of the primary reasons for blindness among people who are above the age of 60.
There are different forms of glaucoma but don’t have any warning signs. The effect is so slow that it becomes hard to observe the changes in the vision till the time condition is in its later stages.
It is essential to go for frequent eye checkups which include eye pressure measurements. It becomes easy to prevent and slow down the vision loss of glaucoma is detected in its initial phase. People with glaucoma require monitoring or treatment lifelong.
Several types of glaucoma are there which include:
If someone is experiencing glaucoma symptoms appearing suddenly, it is an indication that the patient is suffering from acute angle-closure glaucoma. It is recommended to visit a doctor when symptoms like severe eye pain and headache are observed. Doctors recommend seeking immediate medical attention by visiting an emergency room or consulting an ophthalmologist directly.
While there is no cure available for glaucoma treatment, there are certain options that are helpful in managing the condition and preventing additional damage. The treatment choice entirely depends on the glaucoma seriousness and its type, including individual factors. Some of the common glaucoma treatment options include:
The Calcutta Medical Research Institute (CMRI) is one of the largest multispecialty hospitals in Kolkata. Our hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, revolutionizing the healthcare industry for the best surgical outcomes. In addition, CMRI has several eminent specialists, doctors, and healthcare providers of national and international reputations for comprehensive and personalized treatment. CMRI provides patient-centric care and empathy from internationally trained nurses to ensure holistic care for patients seeking treatment for glaucoma. Here are a few advantages of choosing CMRI for glaucoma treatment:
There is no cure for glaucoma, but certain options are available for the management of symptoms.
Yes, glaucoma is a hereditary condition.
The first sign of glaucoma is severe eye pain and severe headache.
धीरे-धीरे आंख की रोशनी का धुंधला पड़ना मोतियाबिंद या फिर कैटरेक्ट का संकेत है। मोतियाबिंद की स्थिति में आंखों के प्राकृतिक लेंस में धुंधलापन आ जाता है। इस लेंस का कार्य साफ दृष्टि प्रदान करना है। भारत में मोतियाबिंद आंखों की रोशनी के जाने का प्रमुख कारण है। लेकिन डरने की आवश्यकता नहीं है क्योंकि मोतियाबिंद का इलाज आधुनिक तकनीक से संभव है। चलिए इस ब्लॉग से मोतियाबिंद से संबंधित कुछ प्रश्नों के उत्तर जानते हैं जैसे, यह क्यों होता है, इसकी पहचान कैसे करें और इसका इलाज कैसे संभव है।
आंखों में एलर्जी की समस्या तब होती है, जब आंखें पर्यावरण में मौजूद एलर्जेंस जैसे पराग, धूल, पालतू जानवरों की रूसी या फंगस के प्रति प्रतिक्रिया करने लगती है। हमारे शरीर की प्रतिरक्षा प्रणाली इन पदार्थों को हानिकारक पदार्थों के रूप में देखती है, जिसके कारण इसमें एलर्जिक रिएक्शन होता है।
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