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Glaucoma is an eye disease that damages the optic nerve, usually due to high pressure inside the eye. This damage can lead to permanent vision loss if not treated early.
It develops slowly and often has no symptoms in the beginning, which is why it’s called the “silent thief of sight.”
Regular eye checkups are the best way to catch glaucoma early and protect your vision. At Raghu Kamal Eye Care Hospital, we offer safe and advanced treatment to manage glaucoma effectively.
At Raghu Kamal Eye Care Hospital, we diagnose and treat all types of glaucoma, including:
This is the most common type of glaucoma. It happens when the eye’s drainage canals become clogged over time, causing pressure to build up slowly. There are usually no early symptoms, so most people don’t know they have it until vision loss has already begun. Regular eye check-ups are key to catching this early.
This type occurs when the drainage angle of the eye suddenly becomes blocked, leading to a rapid rise in eye pressure. Symptoms can include severe eye pain, headache, nausea, and blurred vision. This is a medical emergency and needs immediate treatment to prevent permanent vision loss.
In this type, optic nerve damage happens even though the eye pressure is within the normal range. It is believed to be linked to poor blood flow to the optic nerve. People with family history or low blood pressure are more at risk. It often requires careful monitoring and treatment just like other types.
Secondary glaucoma is caused by another condition, such as eye injury, inflammation, advanced cataract, or use of steroid medications. It can develop suddenly or slowly and requires treating the underlying cause along with managing the eye pressure.
This rare type is present at birth and usually caused by abnormal eye development. Babies may show signs like cloudy eyes, sensitivity to light, and excessive tearing. Early diagnosis and surgical treatment are crucial to preserve vision in such cases.
Here are the most common causes and risk factors for glaucoma:
Glaucoma risk increases significantly after the age of 40, especially after 60.
Using steroid eye drops or tablets over time can increase eye pressure.
People with thinner corneas are more likely to develop optic nerve damage.
A serious eye injury, even from years ago, can lead to secondary glaucoma.
If someone in your family has glaucoma, your chances of developing it are much higher.
People born with narrow drainage angles or other eye shape issues may develop glaucoma.
Health issues like diabetes, high blood pressure, or thyroid disorders can raise your risk.
Even with normal eye pressure, poor blood supply to the optic nerve can cause damage.
In many cases, glaucoma develops slowly and without pain. But as the disease progresses, you may experience:
Vision may appear unclear or hazy.
Lights may glow with rainbow rings.
Eyes may feel sore or look red.
You may feel pressure or discomfort.
Slow, unnoticed narrowing of vision.
We offer comprehensive and personalized treatment plans based on your type and stage of glaucoma:
Laser procedures are a simple and painless way to manage glaucoma. We offer SLT for open-angle glaucoma and LPI for angle-closure types. These treatments improve fluid drainage and are done as quick outpatient procedures. Our advanced laser systems ensure precise results with minimal discomfort.
Glaucoma is often first treated with prescription eye drops or tablets. These medicines work by lowering eye pressure-either by reducing fluid production or helping it drain better. At Raghu Kamal Eye Care Hospital, we prescribe the safest and most effective medications based on your condition and monitor your response closely for long-term control.
If medicines or lasers don’t control the pressure, surgery may be needed. We perform Trabeculectomy, Valve Implants, and MIGS to create new drainage pathways in the eye. These surgeries are done in our NABH-accredited OT by expert surgeons, ensuring high safety and long-term success.
We use state-of-the-art technology to detect glaucoma early, even before symptoms appear. Our tests include:
These tests are painless and quick, giving us detailed insights into your eye health.
At Raghu Kamal Eye Care, we combine clinical excellence with compassionate care to give you the best possible outcome:
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases where the optic nerve, responsible for sending visual information from your eyes to your brain, gets damaged—often due to increased pressure inside the eye. This condition can cause permanent vision loss if not treated early.
Because it often develops without any warning signs or noticeable symptoms until significant vision loss has already occurred. Many people don’t realize they have glaucoma until it’s advanced .
Most patients do not go completely blind. With proper treatment, around 95% of glaucoma patients manage to preserve their vision . However, around 5% may experience significant vision impairment, highlighting the importance of regular care.
Unfortunately, there is no cure for glaucoma and lost vision cannot be restored. But with medications, laser treatments, and surgery, further vision loss can often be prevented.
The main strategy is lowering eye pressure. Treatment options include:
Missing a dose can cause eye pressure fluctuations. Take it as soon as you remember, but don’t double up. Stick to the prescribed schedule to keep eye pressure stable
Initial check-ups may be frequent—often several times a year—until your eye pressure is under control. After that, follow-ups may be scheduled every few months or annually depending on your risk.
Yes – a family history significantly increases your risk, but not everyone with a family history will get glaucoma
Yes – this is called Normal-Tension Glaucoma, where optic nerve damage happens despite normal intraocular pressure levels. Proper monitoring and treatment are still essential