29/09/2022
Glaucoma ( कांच बिंदु / काला मोती ) quite often is in an advanced stage by the time it's detected.
Not because we don't have means to detect it, but because it has no symptoms, like blurring of vision or pain or anything, that we only see it during the course of a routine check-up
So can we not diagnose Glaucoma? We can, but only if we get ourselves get checked regularly, even when no obvious eye issues.
Who are the ones who need to come for an eye check-up even when things seems alright?? (Risk factors)
* Age above 40yrs
* Family history of Glaucoma
* Have Diabetes or hypertension, or on long term medications like for Asthma
* High spectacle powers
The thing about Glaucoma is, the eye pressure damages the nerve in the eye, and whatever part of damaged nerve/lost sight cannot be regained back
But the great news, once detected (the earlier the better) , the rest of the eye nerve and vision can be preserved - we have advanced medicines, eye drops, which can control the pressure, reducing the need for surgical treatment, unlike in the past
And with a few changes in the lifestyle, like regular periodic follow-up and regular medication, one can still continue with a great quality of life
We wish each and every one the best of health. We can help out bit towards that, but only if you come and get tested.
