Patient's question:
Blurred vision, limited range. After a year of testing and careful examination, the results showed: intraocular pressure reached 33, and the visual field was like looking inside a pen. Regarding past treatment and effectiveness: no treatment has been administered yet, and it's only now that we realize how to assist. What treatment is best?Doctor's answer:
Currently, clinical diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma emphasize not only actively and effectively inhibiting intraocular pressure but also more strongly advocating the protection of the optic nerve, which means reducing intraocular pressure while enhancing blood supply to the optic nerve. Betashield, Betagan, and Miokang have been proven to enhance blood supply to the retina while lowering intraocular pressure; Alphagan can penetrate the retina by enhancing the growth of neurotrophic factors such as heparin-binding growth factor to protect the optic nerve from harm. Current surgical methods include peripheral iridectomy and trabeculectomy.