Symptoms
Often no early symptoms; gradual loss of peripheral vision, sometimes eye pain and headache in acute cases.
Cause
Increased pressure inside the eye damaging the optic nerve over time.
Prevention
Regular eye pressure checks after 40, especially with family history; early detection prevents vision loss.
Treatment
Prescription eye drops to lower eye pressure, laser treatment or surgery in advanced cases; regular monitoring is essential. Commonly used medicines: timolol eye drops, latanoprost eye drops.
See a doctor if
Sudden eye pain, redness, blurred vision, or headache with nausea — treat as an eye emergency.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the early symptoms of Glaucoma?
Often no early symptoms; gradual loss of peripheral vision, sometimes eye pain and headache in acute cases.
What causes Glaucoma?
Increased pressure inside the eye damaging the optic nerve over time.
How can Glaucoma be prevented?
Regular eye pressure checks after 40, especially with family history; early detection prevents vision loss.
What is the treatment for Glaucoma?
Prescription eye drops to lower eye pressure, laser treatment or surgery in advanced cases; regular monitoring is essential. Commonly used medicines: timolol eye drops, latanoprost eye drops.
When should I see a doctor for Glaucoma?
Sudden eye pain, redness, blurred vision, or headache with nausea — treat as an eye emergency.
Reviewed by the Swasthya Suchi pharmacy team for general accuracy · Last updated: 2026-08-10