Early Signs of Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a serious eye disease that can cause vision loss, which is why it is important to know about the symptoms it causes. For a few years, there may be no symptoms at all, and then the early signs can start to appear. If you think you may have glaucoma, it's essential to visit us for an eye exam. At Atlantic Eyecare in Virginia Beach, VA, our team can provide the necessary tests to determine an accurate diagnosis and develop a treatment plan.
Understanding Glaucoma
Glaucoma is caused by a buildup of fluid in the eyes. The fluid that fills the eye is gel-like, thick, and provides nutrients. Your eyes also contain pressure that is considered normal and healthy. However, when this pressure becomes too high, it can damage the optic nerve. This nerve runs behind the eye and sends signals from your eyes to your brain. When it's damaged, you lose vision and cannot get it back. While there is no cure for glaucoma, there are treatments that can help with progression. The progression can be slowed or prevented with a variety of treatments, including medication and surgery. Early detection of glaucoma is important, as it can help preserve your vision, and we recommend visiting our optometrists every year for a full exam for because if the disease isn’t treated, it can lead to blindness.
Symptoms of Glaucoma
At first, you may have no symptoms, but this will change as the condition progresses. One early sign is a change in your peripheral vision, which can get worse and you might start seeing small blind spots. Another sign is seeing halos that appear like rainbows when you look at lights and a sensitivity to light. Glaucoma can also cause eyes to hurt, turn red, and blurred vision. A it progresses, the diseases can also cause severe headaches, which is why it’s important to see our optometrist as soon as possible.
Contact us Today!
If you have any symptoms of glaucoma, our team at Atlantic Eyecare in Virginia Beach, VA, can help. We will perform an eye exam to assess your condition and create a treatment plan that is meant to slow the progression and preserve you vision. To schedule an appointment or learn more about our treatment plans, call our office at (757) 340-7070.