Patient's question:
Grandpa is 79 years old this year. Recently, he has been complaining of headaches and eye pain. He went to the hospital for an eye examination, and the ophthalmologist said Grandpa has glaucoma. I would like to ask the doctor if glaucoma can be cured, how it should be treated, and what precautions should be taken in daily life. Who can help me clarify this? Thank you very much!Doctor's answer:
Recurring headaches and eye pain may be caused by elevated intraocular pressure leading to glaucoma. In such cases, timely treatment is necessary. Hospitalization is generally required to reduce intraocular pressure, and medication should be administered based on the specific condition. In most cases, surgery or local eye drops are used to stabilize the condition. For closed-angle glaucoma, surgery is generally recommended to prevent fluid circulation disorders.