Glaucoma (patient information)

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What is glaucoma?

Glaucoma is a disease in which the optic nerve is damaged, leading to progressive, irreversible loss of vision. It is often, but not always, associated with increased pressure of the fluid in the eye.

Glaucoma is the second most common cause of blindness in the United States. There are four major types of glaucoma:

• Open-angle (chronic) glaucoma
• Angle-closure (acute) glaucoma
• Congenital glaucoma
• Secondary glaucoma

Where to find medical care for glaucoma

Directions to Hospitals Treating glaucoma

What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)

Untreated glaucoma leads to permanent damage of the optic nerve and resultant visual field loss, which can progress to blindness.

Sources

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001620.htm