Glaucoma
Seriousहिंदी: ऑन्कोसर्कायसिस · தமிழ்: ஆங்கோசெர்சியாசிஸ் · ಕನ್ನಡ: ಆಂಕೋಸರ್ಸಿಯಾಸಿಸ್ · తెలుగు: ఆంకోసెర్సియాసిస్ · বাংলা: অনকোসারসিয়াসিস · मराठी: ऑन्कोसर्कायसिस · ગુજરાતી: ઓન્કોસરસાયસિસ
About this condition
Glaucoma causes damage to optic nerve, often due to high eye pressure, and is a leading cause of irreversible blindness in India. It usually progresses slowly with gradual blurred vision and side vision loss. Regular eye pressure checks after age 40 help early detection and treatment.
Common symptoms
gradual vision lossblurred visionperipheral vision losseye pain in acute caseshalos around lights
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When to see a doctor: within 3 days
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Glaucoma?
gradual vision loss, blurred vision, peripheral vision loss, eye pain in acute cases, halos around lights.
When should I see a doctor?
within 3 days
Is Glaucoma common in India?
Glaucoma is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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