Glaucoma is a group of conditions that damage the optic nerve – frequently associated with raised intraocular pressure.
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Typical symptoms
No symptoms for a long time
Later, visual field loss that often only becomes apparent late
In an acute glaucoma attack: severe pain, a red eye, nausea – an emergency
Early stages as a rule cause no symptoms whatsoever – which is why early detection is so important.
How we examine
Intraocular pressure, assessment of the optic nerve, visual field testing and OCT – together these give a reliable picture and make progression comparable.
How we treat
Pressure-lowering drops, laser procedures or surgery – matched to the findings and the course of the disease.
