Patient's question:
My daughter suddenly experienced eye pain and photophobia again recently, and she always felt her eyes were. After taking her to the doctor, we learned she has glaucoma. I don't want her to take so many medications, as they can ultimately harm her health. So, I'd like to ask, what are the dietary methods for managing glaucoma?Doctor's answer:
In the case of glaucoma, it is necessary to pay more attention to rest and prevent prolonged eye use. It is often advisable to consider cold compresses for the eyes and use some eye drops to lower intraocular pressure for symptomatic treatment. In terms of diet, it is also important to consume more fresh vegetables and avoid various spicy, fishy, and irritating foods. Regular follow-up checks of intraocular pressure are necessary. If conservative treatment is not effective, it is recommended to consider surgery as a solution.