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Glaucoma

Glaucoma. Glaucoma is a degenerative disease of the optic nerve In its most severe form, glaucoma can result in tunnel vision or blindness. What is Glaucoma?. The optic nerve. The function of the optic nerve is to transmit information from the eye to the brain. Normal retina. Optic nerve.

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Glaucoma

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  1. Glaucoma

  2. Glaucoma is a degenerative disease of the optic nerve In its most severe form, glaucoma can result in tunnel vision or blindness What is Glaucoma?

  3. The optic nerve The function of the optic nerve is to transmit information from the eye to the brain

  4. Normal retina Optic nerve Macula Blood vessel

  5. Damage to the optic nerve

  6. The pressure inside the eyeball may be higher than normal This is extremely difficult to detect yourself Detecting Glaucoma

  7. Age: over forty Family history: siblings, parents Main risk factors for glaucoma

  8. Tests for glaucoma TONOMETRY Measures the pressure inside the eyeball by • Non-contact tonometry • a puff of air • Contact tonometry • usually involves the use of drops

  9. Tests for glaucoma OPHTAHLMOSCOPY • Use of a bright light to examine the retina • Appraisal of the optic nerve head • colour • shape • cup in centre

  10. Tests for glaucoma VISUAL FIELD TEST Usually a computerised test • Lights are shone in central and peripheral field • A button is pressed when they are seen

  11. Medications Surgery Regular monitoring Treatment for glaucoma

  12. Once vision is lost from glaucoma it can’t be restored It is often hard to notice any changes in your peripheral vision until they are advanced Early detection and treatment is vital

  13. Anyone over forty AND Anyone with a family history of glaucoma An eye examination every two years is recommended

  14. Provide a comprehensive visual examination Detect and diagnose eye health problems Prescribe and supply glasses and contact lenses when required Diagnose and treat eye coordination and focussing problems Optometrists

  15. Optometrists Association Australia www.optometrists.asn.au Yellow Pages To find an optometrist

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