Patient's question:
Slit lamp examination revealed no issues. Can we rule out glaucoma and cataracts? Slit lamp examination revealed no issues. Can we rule out glaucoma and cataracts?Doctor's answer:
The slit lamp examination can clearly and carefully observe the eyelids, conjunctiva, sclera, cornea, anterior chamber, iris, pupil, lens, and the anterior 13 of the vitreous. This can confirm the location, nature, size, and depth of inflammation. However, the diagnosis of glaucoma requires measuring intraocular pressure. If the slit lamp examination is normal, cataracts can be ruled out, but glaucoma cannot be ruled out. It is recommended to go to the hospital ophthalmology department for further intraocular pressure measurement to rule it out.