Reducing the intraocular pressure (IOP) is the focus of treatment of glaucoma.This can be accomplished through lifestyle changes.Depending on the type of glaucoma you have, treatment can be different.You need to understand the disease, manage symptoms, and get help from your doctor if you want to treat it.
Step 1: Learn about how it's treated.
Understanding the disease can help patients adhere to their treatment plan.Glaucoma is a group of diseases.Glaucoma can be caused by an increase in eye pressure, but it can also occur without one.Reducing the pressure in the eyeball is the focus of the treatment of glaucoma.This should be done by a doctor.A fluid called aqueous humor is produced in the back of the eye.The anterior chamber of the eye is where contents are exchanged with the cornea and lens.The recirculation will cycle through the eye again when it exits the system.
Step 2: There are different types of glaucoma.
Open angle and closed angle are the main types of glaucoma.Both types of the disease are characterized by progressive optic nerve damage that is related to an increase in eye pressure inside the eye, called intraocular pressure.
Step 3: You can learn about the symptoms of glaucoma.
There are two main types of glaucoma.The gradual loss of peripheral vision is one of the symptoms of open-angle glaucoma.The symptoms of acute closed-angle glaucoma include eye pain, nausea and vomiting, sudden loss of sight, light halos, and red eyes.
Step 4: Understand that there is open-angle glaucoma.
The most common type of glaucoma is open-angle.There is a lack of cells in the trabecular network, the cells that are available are not functioning correctly, or the meshwork may be partially blocked in open-angle glaucoma.The intraocular pressure is increased when there is no exit for the fluid.This results in a nerve that is suffocating.If left unaddressed, diminished vision will lead to blindness.Slow or gradual vision loss and painless change of vision are some of the symptoms of open-angle glaucoma.Many people don't have any other symptoms, so it's important to see an eye doctor regularly to check the pressure inside your eye.Testing IOP is needed for a diagnosis to be made.
Step 5: Understand closed-angle disease.
A bulging iris is the cause of closed-angle glaucoma.It is a painful situation.Chronic cases are also possible.You should be taken to the nearest medical facility if you have a medical emergency.If you give eye drops that dilate pupils, they can cause closed-angle glaucoma.If it's advisable to administer drops, ask an eye care professional.Inform your doctor if you experience pain with drops and vision changes.
Step 6: Understand the risk factors for it.
Understanding risk factors can help patients keep an eye on warning signs if they are at higher risk.People who are older than 40 have a higher risk of developing the disease.The natural aging of cells in the trabecular meshwork makes them more prone to accumulate aqueous humor.Glaucoma is more likely to develop in people with diabetes.Environmental stress can become a factor.Exposure to pollutants, such as smoke or UV light, without proper protection can cause an increased amount of free radicals.There is an odd, unpaired electron in free radicals.This unstable molecule tries to steal an electron by attacking a healthy molecule.This turns the molecule into a free radical.This reaction can cause damage to the cell.
Step 7: Relax and do some exercises.
Eye exercises can help relax and strengthen your eyes.Although eyestrain doesn't cause glaucoma, people who suffer from it should reduce strain on their eyes in order to accommodate the low amount of aqueous humour exiting in relation to its production.These are things you can do at home or anywhere, as long as you are comfortable.While blinking provides a break for our eyes, it is often ignored due to our long and heavy workload.This may seem unnecessary, but eyestrain makes this a concern.It is possible to lubricate your eyes by spreading tear film evenly.The toxins are pushed out with tears.To prevent tired eyes and spread tear film, you should blink once every four seconds.Palming can be done by taking your palms and covering your eyes.You can sit in a chair with your back straight.You can put your elbow on a table for added comfort.Close eyes and cup each hand.The left cupped hand should be over the left closed eye.Relax with your palms on your eyes for 5 to 10 minutes.Use your eyes to trace figure eights.The exercise helps your eye muscles.Imagine a sign in front of you.Slowly, without moving your head, trace the eight with only your eyes.The methods should be done together.Patients can experience less eyestrain as a result of patient commitment to these exercises.You can do these exercises for 20 minutes a day, four to five times a week, or at the advice of an orthoptic specialist.
Step 8: Try to focus on something.
Some relief to eyestrain can be provided by focusing on objects at different distances.Eyestrain can happen when focusing on monitors for long periods of time.A simple break can remind you to blink.It was focusing.You can find a relaxing place to sit.Put your thumb in front of you and try to focus on it.Around 10 to 20 feet away from you, try to focus on something else after a few seconds.Before you switch focus in your eyes, take a deep breath.The person is zooming.This strengthens your eye muscles and improves your focusing skills.Try to use your thumb again.Put your thumb in front of you with your arms outstretched and after a few seconds try to get it close to your eye.For a few minutes, do this.
Step 9: It's important to eat the right diet.
Nutrition and vitamins from healthy foods can help you improve your eyesight.There are some foods that are good for the eyes.Eggs and leafy vegetables are rich in zeaxanthin and lutein.Almonds are high in vitamins E and C.The fish is rich in Omega 3s and is great for eye health.
Step 10: You should limit your fluid intake.
Since you are experiencing eye pressure, drinking several fluids at a given time can temporarily increase eye fluid build up.To keep hydrated, stick to a steady stream of water.Limit the amount of coffee you drink as it can cause eye pressure.Only decaffeinated coffees and teas are allowed.To be sure, read the label.A cup of coffee a day is thought to be safe.Coffee has an effect on blood flow and the vessels that feed the eyeball.Even though the exact mechanism is not understood, many health professionals recommend limiting coffee to a cup a day.Aerobic exercise can help to reduce IOP.It is helpful to maintain a healthy lifestyle by exercising.
Step 11: Use over-the-counter eye drops.
Lubricating eye drops are only used for relief of eyestrain.They only treat the dry eye.If you have a preexisting condition, see your eye doctor for more information.Artificial tears are not a substitute for natural tears.Artificial tears can help alleviate dry eyes by replacing the layer of tear film that helps keep eyes moist.During extended periods when artificial tears cannot be applied Eye Ointments are particularly useful because of their lubricating effect.Eye drops can be given four to six times daily or as needed.
Step 12: Administer prescribed eye drops.
Medicated eye drops are the most common way of treating the disease.The eye doctor needs a prescription in order to check eye pressure and other things.It is not recommended to combine over-the-counter eye drops with prescription eyedrops.It is possible to lower eye pressure with prescription eye drops.These are usually taken with the guidance of an eye doctor.If this sounds convenient, talk to your doctor.She can set you up with the kind that is right for you.
Step 13: Look into the use ofblockers.
The fluid in the eyes can be reduced with this type of eye drop.Timolol (Betimol) is one of the examples of this drug.These are usually given once a day.Breathing problems, fatigue, depression, memory loss, and a drop in blood pressure are some of the side effects of this eye drop.
Step 14: Discuss the use of prostaglandin analogs with your doctor.
The most common eye drop used is this one because it has fewer side effects.The drop increases fluid flow in the eye and reduces eye pressure.Its possible side effects include a reddening and stinging sensation in the eyes, as well as a small swell and dark iris.The color of the eyes may change.
Step 15: You can also know that cholinergic agents are an option.
They narrow the size of the pupils.They help with Glaucoma by increasing fluid flow in the eye.Pilocarpine and carbachol are examples.Smaller pupils, blurred vision, and an increased risk of eye damage are possible side effects.The eye drops are rarely used as a treatment for Glaucoma because it requires one drop three to four times a day.It is now used to keep pupils smaller prior to laser iridotomy.
Step 16: Alternatively, look into carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.
Eyedrops reduce fluid production in the eyes.Trusopt and Azopt have one drop taken two to three times a day.Drugs can be used to eliminate body fluid in the eyes.Possible side effects include nausea, eye irritation, dry mouth, frequent urination, and a strange taste in the mouth.
Step 17: Use an adrenergic agonist.
The eye drops increase fluid drainage in the eye and reduce fluid flow.One drop is usually needed.Drug examples are Alphagan, Propine and Iopidine.12% of users may have an allergic reaction.Possible side effects include irregular heartbeat, high blood pressure, fatigue, red, itchy or swollen eyes, and dry mouth.
Step 18: If everything fails, consider surgery.
If eye drops or drugs don't work, or if the person cannot tolerate the drugs' side effects, a surgical intervention is done.The purpose of surgery is to improve the fluid flow in the eye.If your initial surgery doesn't lower eye pressure enough, you may have to have a second surgery or continue using eye drops.There are different types of eye surgery.Implants are usually done for children.There is a laser surgery.Trabeculoplasty uses a high-energy laser beam to open blocked drainage canals and let the fluid run easily in the eyes.There is a laser iridotomy.These are for people with narrow drainage angles.A small hole is created on the top part of the iris.There is a way to sort surgery.In this procedure, the sclera is opened and a small piece of tissue is removed from the base of the eye to allow fluid to flow out.