Patient's question:
My mom is in her 50s this year. Recently, she has been crying non-stop, and she is experiencing blurred and double vision again. When taken to the hospital for a thorough examination, it was discovered that she suffers from glaucoma. I asked my mom to seek treatment, but she refused. So, if she doesn't get treated, will she lose her hearing because of glaucoma?Doctor's answer:
Hello, glaucoma can lead to deafness. Glaucoma is a series of conditions caused by elevated intraocular pressure, such as vision loss, visual field defects, and eventually optic nerve atrophy leading to deafness. This type of deafness is irreversible—once it occurs, it cannot be cured. It is recommended that you seek timely treatment upon discovering glaucoma and develop a treatment plan based on your eye condition. In daily life, it is important to maintain a good mood, as a positive attitude is very helpful for recovery.