Glaucoma Therapy
Glaucoma/ Kala Motiya:
Glaucoma or “Kala Motiya” is the thief of sight. We at the centre screen all visiting patients for glaucoma free of cost by tonometry and disk evaluation. This has a huge impact on diagnosis of glaucoma as most people suffering from early stages and often even in advanced loss stages are unaware of this eye disease as it does not affect vision in its early stages. Only when there is extensive damage caused by glaucoma, the patient suffers from restriction of fields as well as irreversible vision loss.
All those who are above 40 years of age and specially those with family history of glaucoma, unexplained blindness, diabetes and hypertension should have a screening for glaucoma. With the current advancements in the field of glaucoma like diagnostic tools like perimetry, Disk OCT, RNFL.
Analyzer, excellent medications and evolved surgical techniques glaucoma can now be treated to maintain vision for life. But yet ‘it cannot be cured or reversed’. So timely screening, diagnosis and treatment can avoid blindness related to glaucoma.
The Centre is equipped with the traditional as well as most advanced technology for screening, diagnosis and management for Glaucoma. Dr. Sandeep Mithal, a reputed name in the field of glaucoma has been treating glaucoma for 35 years with excellent outcomes. Dr. Neha Mithal, who has added to the glaucoma facilities with her experiences from training in the field at R.P. Centre, AIIMS. She is practicing recent advancements in Glaucoma.
Causes of Glaucoma
Glaucoma occurs when fluid pressure inside the eye rises too high. This results in damage to the optic nerve, which carries visual impulses from the retina to the brain. As the optic nerve becomes damaged, patients lose peripheral vision and central vision becomes blurred.
Types of Glaucoma Treatments
There are several different types of glaucoma treatment options available. These include medications, laser therapy, surgery, and implants. Each type has its own benefits and drawbacks.
Primary open angle glaucoma (POAG)
POAG is caused by damage to the optic nerve due to increased intraocular pressure.
Increased pressure within the eye pushes against the front part of the eye, causing
damage to the optic nerve. As the optic nerve becomes damaged, vision begins to
deteriorate.
Normal tension glaucoma
Primary Open Angle Glaucoma (POAG) is the most common type of glaucoma. This form
of glaucoma occurs when there is no blockage in the drainage system of the eye. In
other words, the fluid drains normally out of the eye. However, as the fluid builds up
inside the eye, it presses on the optic nerve, damaging it.
Angle closure glaucoma
If the angle between the iris and cornea becomes narrow, the pressure within the eye
rises. This leads to damage to the optic nerve. As the pressure continues to rise, the
optic nerve will eventually become damaged.
Juvenile Open Angle Glaucomas
Open angle glaucoma (OAG) is the most common type of glaucoma. OAG occurs when
fluid builds up inside the eye and pushes against the lens and/or the back of the eyeball.
Congenital Glaucomas
Congenital Glaucomas are present at birth. They occur due to abnormal development of
the iris and drainage system of the eyes. This leads to increased pressure within the
eye.
Side Effects of Glaucoma Medications
Glaucoma medications come in two forms: topical eye drops and oral pills. Both types of medication can cause side effects. Common side effects include dry eyes, blurry vision, burning, itching, redness, and stinging.
When Should You See an Eye Doctor?
If you notice any changes in your vision, such as seeing halos around lights, blurred vision, or difficulty reading, see an eye doctor right away. These symptoms could indicate glaucoma.
FACILITIES:-
1) Tonometry/ Intraocular pressure monitoring – Shiotz, Non Contact and Applanation tonometry (Goldman & Perkins/ portable)
2) Pachymetry/ Corneal Thickness.
3) Humphery Visual fields (Computerized field charting)
4) 3D Spectral domain OCT & RNFL Analyzer
5) Gonioscopy.
6) Angle examination- Anterior Segment OCT & UBM.
7) Glaucoma surgery- Trabeculoplasty, Glaucoma implants.
