Glaucoma: What it Looks Like in Tampa Bay
Nearly 3 million Americans have glaucoma, making it one of the most prevalent eye conditions in Florida and across the United States. Unfortunately, half of people with this disease don’t…
8 Things You Can Do Today to Prevent Vision Loss From Glaucoma
Affecting an estimated 3 million people across the U.S., glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness among Floridians today. While glaucoma itself isn’t curable, Tampa patients can prevent…
Tips on Reducing Vision Loss from Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness across the globe. With this in mind, early detection is a key focus of glaucoma treatment, as it helps reduce vision loss. But,…
The Link Between Diabetes and Glaucoma
Glaucoma refers to a family of diseases that cause optic nerve damage. It affects approximately three million Americans, making it the second leading cause of blindness globally. Diabetes has been…
Beginning Signs of Glaucoma
Approximately three million Americans have glaucoma, making it a common eye condition in the U.S. today. It’s also the second leading cause of blindness across the globe. Early detection is…
Spotting the Early Signs of Glaucoma
The optic nerve is responsible for sending messages from the eyes to the brain, making it essential for vision. Unfortunately, a variety of factors can cause optic nerve damage, and…
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month
Glaucoma is the second most common cause of blindness in the United States, and an estimated 1 million people in the U.S. over the age of 65 have glaucoma-related vision…
Important Facts About Glaucoma That You Need To Know
As a leading cause of blindness among Americans, glaucoma is a condition not to be taken lightly. By better understanding this disease and its impact on the health of the…
Signs and Symptoms of Glaucoma—When To See Your Doctor
Glaucoma is a very common cause of visual disability world-wide. Sadly is often preventable.
Many people with glaucoma have no early symptoms. So early detection is the key! The sooner glaucoma is diagnosed and treated the better the chances of keeping your eyesight in most cases.
Types of Glaucoma
Many people do not realize that there are actually many types of glaucoma. A common misconception is that the eye pressure has to be high to have the disease!
The most common type is open-angle glaucoma. In this type of glaucoma, there are few symptoms before vision begins to wane. The most common symptom that people notice is gradual loss of peripheral vision in from of the other eye. In advanced stages, you may experience tunnel vision. The eye pressure can sometimes, but not always, be high.
About half the people with open angle glaucoma have never had their eye pressures be high. This is called low tension glaucoma. However the appearance of the optic nerve can be an early tell tale sign. This is why you should never refuse dilation during your exam. If the examiner cannot see the nerve well, this important early sign may be missed. (more…)
A Quick Guide to Treating Glaucoma
Just like your joints are vulnerable to arthritis as you age, your vision is vulnerable to problems over time. If you’re lucky, you’ll experience nothing more than a bit of near- or far-sightedness, but if you’re like millions of Americans, you’ll one day develop glaucoma.
Glaucoma is a family of diseases that damage the optic nerve and prevent the eye and brain from communicating. It’s a serious issue that shouldn’t be neglected, especially since it can ultimately lead to blindness if left untreated. Luckily, there are many innovative glaucoma treatments available when you need them.
Cyclo G6 Laser
The Cyclo G6 Laser is one of the newest achievements in glaucoma treatment. The entire system is dedicated to treating glaucoma for patients who have not experienced success with eye drops but do not want to undergo surgery. It uses gentle technology capable of reducing intraocular pressure by 30 to 40 percent without the need for incisions or implants. If you want to extend or even eliminate the need for surgery while still improving and protecting your vision, Cyclo G6 Laser treatment is a perfect choice.
Kahook Goniotomy Procedure
This minimally invasive glaucoma procedure uses a Kahook Dual Blade to safely, effectively, and easily relieve glaucoma symptoms. Your surgeon makes an opening in the trabecular meshwork, which is a group of very small canals where fluid leaves the eye. This new opening allows fluid to flow out of the eye and relieve pressure. You can expect the The Kahook Goniotomy procedure to reduce your reliance on eye drops. (more…)