What are the early symptoms of glaucoma, and how is it treated?

Ophthalmology
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Glaucoma usually develops very quietly, so many people don’t notice anything in the early stages.

Possible early signs:

  • Slow loss of side (peripheral) vision

  • Slight blurring of vision

  • Difficulty seeing in low light

In advanced cases, symptoms may include

  • Intense eye pain

  • Headache, nausea

  • Halos around lights

How it’s treated:

  • Medicated eye drops to reduce eye pressure

  • Tablets in some cases

  • Laser procedures to improve fluid flow

  • Surgery if the condition is more severe

Since early symptoms are often absent, regular eye check-ups are the best way to detect glaucoma early and prevent vision loss.

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Early symptoms of glaucoma can be very mild and may include blurred vision, loss of side vision, eye pain, headaches, or seeing halos around lights. In many cases, people may not notice symptoms early on. Treatment usually focuses on lowering eye pressure through eye drops, medications, laser treatment, or surgery, depending on the severity of the condition. Regular eye checkups are important for early detection and prevention of vision loss.