Patient's question:
Many people are now suffering from glaucoma. What causes glaucoma?Doctor's answer:
Glaucoma can be divided into two major categories based on its causes: primary glaucoma and secondary glaucoma. Patients with primary glaucoma generally have anatomical factors, such as a small eye, short axial length, hyperopia, and shallow anterior chamber. Emotional fluctuations, prolonged stays in dimly lit places, or long periods of reading while looking down may trigger glaucoma. In severe cases, it can lead to acute attacks, and if left untreated, it may result in permanent blindness. Secondary glaucoma is often caused by trauma, inflammation, bleeding, tumors, or other factors that damage the angle of the anterior chamber, obstructing the outflow of aqueous humor and leading to elevated intraocular pressure. In summary, glaucoma is caused by the abnormal buildup of aqueous humor within the eye that cannot be properly drained.Early symptoms of glaucoma During an attack, glaucoma may present with symptoms such as headaches, eye strain, aching at the root of the nose, halos around lights, and temporary blurred vision.