{"id":1887,"date":"2017-10-18T14:27:15","date_gmt":"2017-10-18T14:27:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/inof.es\/glaucoma\/"},"modified":"2022-07-17T19:13:06","modified_gmt":"2022-07-17T19:13:06","slug":"diagnosis-and-treatment-of-glaucoma","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/inof.es\/en\/diagnosis-and-treatment-of-glaucoma\/","title":{"rendered":"Glaucoma"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\">[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; parallax=&#8221;content-moving&#8221; wpex_bg_overlay=&#8221;color&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1577988491455{background-image: url(https:\/\/inof.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/tratamiento-glaucoma.jpg?id=3362) !important;background-position: center;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}&#8221; min_height=&#8221;400&#8243; visibility=&#8221;hidden-phone&#8221; wpex_bg_overlay_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;40px&#8221;]<style>.vcex-heading.vcex_69dc411aae5a9{color:#ffffff;font-size:60px;font-family:'Titillium Web';font-weight:600;}@media (max-width:1024px){.vcex-heading.vcex_69dc411aae5a9{font-size:50px;}}@media (max-width:959px){.vcex-heading.vcex_69dc411aae5a9{font-size:50px;}}@media (max-width:767px){.vcex-heading.vcex_69dc411aae5a9{font-size:40px;}}@media (max-width:479px){.vcex-heading.vcex_69dc411aae5a9{font-size:40px;}}<\/style><div class=\"vcex-heading vcex-heading-plain vcex-module wpex-heading wpex-text-2xl wpex-text-left vcex_69dc411aae5a9\"><span class=\"vcex-heading-inner wpex-inline-block\">GLAUCOMA<\/span><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text font_weight=&#8221;300&#8243;]<span style=\"font-size: 28px; color: #99ccff;\">We fight to prevent loss of vision due to glaucoma.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:40px;\"><\/div><style>.vcex-button.vcex_69dc411ab12d4{background:#5884ca;color:#ffffff!important;padding-inline:20px;font-weight:600;}.vcex-button.vcex_69dc411ab12d4:hover{background:#1c5ec9!important;}.vcex-button.vcex_69dc411ab12d4 .theme-button-icon-left{padding-inline-end:20px;}<\/style><div class=\"theme-button-wrap theme-button-block-wrap wpex-block wpex-clear wpex-clr\"><a href=\"tel:933933156\" class=\"vcex-button theme-button align-left block vcex_69dc411ab12d4\"><span class=\"vcex-button-inner theme-button-inner wpex-flex wpex-flex-wrap wpex-items-center wpex-justify-center\"><span class=\"vcex-button-icon vcex-icon-wrap theme-button-icon-left\"><span class=\"wpex-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M164.9 24.6c-7.7-18.6-28-28.5-47.4-23.2l-88 24C12.1 30.2 0 46 0 64C0 311.4 200.6 512 448 512c18 0 33.8-12.1 38.6-29.5l24-88c5.3-19.4-4.6-39.7-23.2-47.4l-96-40c-16.3-6.8-35.2-2.1-46.3 11.6L304.7 368C234.3 334.7 177.3 277.7 144 207.3L193.3 167c13.7-11.2 18.4-30 11.6-46.3l-40-96z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span>Request an appointment 933 933 156<\/span><\/a><\/div> [\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; parallax=&#8221;content-moving&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1510528854081{background-position: 0 0;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;}&#8221; visibility=&#8221;hidden-phone&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row visibility=&#8221;visible-phone&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;]<style>.vcex-heading.vcex_69dc411ab1996{color:#6b6b6b;font-size:40px;font-family:'Titillium Web';font-weight:200;}<\/style><div class=\"vcex-heading vcex-heading-plain vcex-module wpex-heading wpex-text-2xl wpex-text-center vcex_69dc411ab1996\"><span class=\"vcex-heading-inner wpex-inline-block\">SPECIALITIES<\/span><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;]<style>.vcex-heading.vcex_69dc411ab1f4c{color:#ffffff;}<\/style><h2 class=\"vcex-heading vcex-heading-plain vcex-module wpex-heading wpex-text-2xl vc_custom_1508334869210 vcex_69dc411ab1f4c\"><span class=\"vcex-heading-inner wpex-inline-block\">Glaucoma<\/span><\/h2>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;][vc_tta_tabs shape=&#8221;square&#8221; spacing=&#8221;15&#8243; gap=&#8221;15&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; active_section=&#8221;1&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1508256027653{border-top-width: 1px !important;border-right-width: 1px !important;border-bottom-width: 1px !important;border-left-width: 1px !important;border-left-color: #cccccc !important;border-right-color: #cccccc !important;border-top-color: #cccccc !important;border-bottom-color: #cccccc !important;}&#8221;][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;What is?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1508251362686-4ac9fce9-13f72f4e-ba8b&#8221;]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\"><\/div>[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;]<h3 class=\"vcex-heading vcex-heading-plain vcex-module wpex-heading wpex-text-2xl\"><span class=\"vcex-heading-inner wpex-inline-block\">What is glaucoma?<\/span><\/h3><div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]Glaucoma is a disease characterised by progressive lesions atrophying the optic nerve. This leads to impairment of the peripheral visual field and may cause blindness if not diagnosed and treated correctly.<\/p>\n<p>It affects more than 1 million people in Spain, and it is estimated that 50% of cases go undiagnosed. This means that regular check-ups are extremely important.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:15px;\"><\/div>[vc_single_image image=&#8221;1590&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<blockquote><p>50% of glaucoma patients are undiagnosed&#8221;. Regular check-ups can help detect the disease.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Causes&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1508256089541-8b045f78-48a22f4e-ba8b&#8221;]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\"><\/div>[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;]<h3 class=\"vcex-heading vcex-heading-plain vcex-module wpex-heading wpex-text-2xl\"><span class=\"vcex-heading-inner wpex-inline-block\">Causes of glaucoma<\/span><\/h3><div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]The eye produces a liquid known as the aqueous humour, which shapes the eye. When this liquid is obstructed and unable to drain, it can accumulate, increasing the internal eye pressure, known as the <strong>intraocular pressure<\/strong> (IOP). The IOP affects all the fibres of the optic nerve, leading to poor irrigation, which in turn leads to deterioration and progressive atrophy.<\/p>\n<p>The most significant but by no means the only risk factor is increased intraocular pressure. Other risk factors are age (being over 40), myopia, diabetes, cataracts or family history (it may be hereditary).[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:15px;\"><\/div>[vc_single_image image=&#8221;1508&#8243;]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:15px;\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]The increase in intraocular pressure leads to degeneration in the fibres of the optic nerve and reduced blood flow.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Types of glaucoma&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1508256790280-6cca5488-e3c62f4e-ba8b&#8221;]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\"><\/div>[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;]<h3 class=\"vcex-heading vcex-heading-plain vcex-module wpex-heading wpex-text-2xl\"><span class=\"vcex-heading-inner wpex-inline-block\">Tipos de glaucoma<\/span><\/h3><div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]The angle of the anterior chamber is the area between the iris and the start of the cornea, where aqueous humour comes out (the eye \u201cdrainage\u201d). It may be in open or closed angle, or a patient may be directly born without it, as in the case for congenital glaucoma. Glaucoma is defined based on this angle.<\/p>\n<p>The most common types of glaucoma are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Open angle glaucoma<\/strong> (chronic): This is the most common form. The causes are not clear. A moderately high level of ocular pressure. Progression is slow and painless. There are no symptoms until it is in the advanced stages.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Closed-angle glaucoma<\/strong> (acute): Due to the closed angle, the aqueous humour exit is blocked with the iris after pupil dilation (whether this is pharmacological or not). It leads to a large increase in IOP and is very painful, meaning that urgent treatment will be required.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Congenital glaucoma<\/strong>: This occurs from birth due to abnormal ocular development during gestation. It requires surgery.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Secondary glaucoma<\/strong>, which is not caused by the opening of the angle:\n<ul>\n<li>Tissue covers the aqueous humour exit, such as iris cells or blood vessels in the angle.<\/li>\n<li>Certain drugs can increase IOP, such as corticosteroids.<\/li>\n<li>Viral infections which lead to inflammation of the iris.<\/li>\n<li>Injury (blows to the eye).<\/li>\n<li>Systemic diseases, such as diabetes, hyperthyroidism, some cardiovascular diseases and different ocular syndromes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:15px;\"><\/div>[vc_single_image image=&#8221;1624&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:15px;\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<span id=\"result_box\" class=\"\" lang=\"en\">Secondary pseudoexfoliative glaucoma. <span class=\"\">A whitish material with irregular edges (pseudoexfoliation material) is observed on the lens.<\/span><\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Evaluation&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1508258154839-35b76ff9-306e2f4e-ba8b&#8221;]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\"><\/div>[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;]<h3 class=\"vcex-heading vcex-heading-plain vcex-module wpex-heading wpex-text-2xl\"><span class=\"vcex-heading-inner wpex-inline-block\">Evaluation<\/span><\/h3><div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-size: 21px;\">Diagnostic techniques<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Goldmann Tonometry (IOP measurement)<\/strong>: The ophthalmologist measures the intraocular pressure directly on the eye.<\/li>\n<li>Evaluation of the optic nerve with a <strong>magnifying glass<\/strong>, through which the ophthalmologist can examine the colour, size and typical characteristics.<\/li>\n<li>Evaluation of the angle through a <strong>three mirror lens.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 21px;\">Technological instruments<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Optical coherence tomography (OCT)<\/strong>: Evaluates the real damage to the fibre layer of the optic nerve. This can tell us about any early damage in the optic nerve which has not yet been seen in the visual field.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Campimetry measurement of the visual field<\/strong>: This test evaluates the visual affectation of the disease. Glaucoma has a characteristic pattern.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\"><\/div><style>.vcex-image-slider.vcex_69dc411ab4d6f .wpex-slider-caption{font-size:16px;padding:10px;}<\/style><div class=\"wpex-slider-preloaderimg wpex-relative\"><img width=\"350\" height=\"263\" src=\"https:\/\/inof.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/camp-visual-normal.jpg\" class=\"skip-lazy\" alt=\"The normal visual field of a healthy eye exemple.\" data-no-lazy=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inof.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/camp-visual-normal.jpg 350w, https:\/\/inof.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/camp-visual-normal-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"vcex-image-slider vcex-module wpex-slider slider-pro wpex-clr vcex_69dc411ab4d6f\" data-loop=\"true\" data-auto-play-delay=\"3000\" data-animation-speed=\"400\" data-height-animation-duration=\"500\" data-thumbnail-height=\"70\" data-thumbnail-width=\"70\"><div class=\"wpex-slider-slides sp-slides\"><div class=\"wpex-slider-slide sp-slide\"><div class=\"wpex-slider-media wpex-relative\"><img width=\"350\" height=\"263\" src=\"https:\/\/inof.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/camp-visual-normal.jpg\" class=\"skip-lazy\" alt=\"The normal visual field of a healthy eye exemple.\" data-no-lazy=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inof.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/camp-visual-normal.jpg 350w, https:\/\/inof.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/camp-visual-normal-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><div class=\"wpex-slider-caption sp-black sp-layer\"data-position=\"bottomLeft\" data-show-delay=\"500\" data-show-transition=\"up\" data-hide-transition=\"down\" data-width=\"\"><p>The normal visual field of a healthy eye.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpex-slider-slide sp-slide\"><div class=\"wpex-slider-media wpex-relative\"><img width=\"350\" height=\"263\" src=\"https:\/\/inof.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/camp-visual-glaucoma.jpg\" class=\"skip-lazy\" alt=\"Affectation of the visual field caused by glaucoma exemple.\" data-no-lazy=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inof.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/camp-visual-glaucoma.jpg 350w, https:\/\/inof.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/camp-visual-glaucoma-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><div class=\"wpex-slider-caption sp-black sp-layer\"data-position=\"bottomLeft\" data-show-delay=\"500\" data-show-transition=\"up\" data-hide-transition=\"down\" data-width=\"\"><p>Affectation of the visual field caused by glaucoma.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpex-slider-slide sp-slide\"><div class=\"wpex-slider-media wpex-relative\"><img width=\"350\" height=\"263\" src=\"https:\/\/inof.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/camp-visual-glaucoma-avancada.jpg\" class=\"skip-lazy\" alt=\"Advanced affectation of the visual field with glaucoma exemple.\" data-no-lazy=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inof.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/camp-visual-glaucoma-avancada.jpg 350w, https:\/\/inof.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/camp-visual-glaucoma-avancada-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><div class=\"wpex-slider-caption sp-black sp-layer\"data-position=\"bottomLeft\" data-show-delay=\"500\" data-show-transition=\"up\" data-hide-transition=\"down\" data-width=\"\"><p>Advanced affectation of the visual field with glaucoma.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:50px;\"><\/div>[vc_single_image image=&#8221;1510&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; onclick=&#8221;img_link_large&#8221;]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:15px;\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]Measurement of the intraocular pressure using Goldmann tonometry.[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\"><\/div>[vc_single_image image=&#8221;1512&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; onclick=&#8221;img_link_large&#8221;]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:15px;\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]OCT of the optic nerve.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_tabs][\/vc_column][vc_column visibility=&#8221;visible-desktop&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][vc_column_text font_weight=&#8221;500&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1577988679006{padding-top: 10px !important;padding-right: 10px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;background-color: #5884ca !important;}&#8221;]\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"white-text\" style=\"font-size: 14px;\">OTHERS SPECIALITIES<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:15px;\"><\/div><style>.vcex-navbar.vcex_69dc411ab8aa6 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class=\"vcex-navbar-link-text\">OCULAR AESTHETICS<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/inof.es\/en\/diagnosis-and-treatment-of-glaucoma\/\" class=\"vcex-navbar-link vcex-navbar-link--1887 wpex-block wpex-float-left wpex-mb-5 theme-button clean expanded local-scroll wpex-text-1em has-bg-hover\"><span class=\"vcex-navbar-link-text\">GLAUCOMA<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/inof.es\/en\/neuro-ophthalmology\/\" class=\"vcex-navbar-link vcex-navbar-link--1890 wpex-block wpex-float-left wpex-mb-5 theme-button clean expanded local-scroll wpex-text-1em has-bg-hover\"><span class=\"vcex-navbar-link-text\">NEURO OPHTALMOLOGY<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/inof.es\/en\/diagnosis-and-treatment-of-retinal-diseases\/\" class=\"vcex-navbar-link vcex-navbar-link--1899 wpex-block wpex-float-left wpex-mb-5 theme-button clean expanded local-scroll wpex-text-1em has-bg-hover\"><span class=\"vcex-navbar-link-text\">RETINA<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/inof.es\/en\/ocular-surface-treatments\/\" class=\"vcex-navbar-link vcex-navbar-link--1905 wpex-block wpex-float-left wpex-mb-5 theme-button clean expanded local-scroll wpex-text-1em has-bg-hover\"><span class=\"vcex-navbar-link-text\">OCULAR SURFACE<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/inof.es\/en\/eyelids-orbit-and-tear-duct\/\" class=\"vcex-navbar-link vcex-navbar-link--1908 wpex-block wpex-float-left wpex-mb-5 theme-button clean expanded local-scroll wpex-text-1em has-bg-hover\"><span class=\"vcex-navbar-link-text\">EYELIDS, ORBIT AND TEAR DUCT<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/inof.es\/en\/clinical-optometry\/\" class=\"vcex-navbar-link vcex-navbar-link--1924 wpex-block wpex-float-left wpex-mb-5 theme-button clean expanded local-scroll wpex-text-1em has-bg-hover\"><span class=\"vcex-navbar-link-text\">CLINICAL OPTOMETRY<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/nav>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<style>.vcex-heading.vcex_69dc411ac3fc6{color:#ffffff;}<\/style><h2 class=\"vcex-heading vcex-heading-plain vcex-module wpex-heading wpex-text-2xl vc_custom_1524745291539 vcex_69dc411ac3fc6\"><span class=\"vcex-heading-inner wpex-inline-block\">Glaucoma treatment<\/span><\/h2>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]The treatment objective is always to reduce the IOP to values which are not dangerous. These IOP values can differ from person to person. Although there are standardised values, not all patients are the same. We look for an \u201cobjective pressure\u201d where the IOP does not damage the optic nerve. There are two types of treatment:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pharmacological methods (eye drops).<\/li>\n<li>Surgical methods, in cases where eye drops are not sufficient.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>At times it is necessary to combine both.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;1592&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<style>.vcex-heading.vcex_69dc411ac4f60{color:#ffffff;}<\/style><h2 class=\"vcex-heading vcex-heading-plain vcex-module wpex-heading wpex-text-2xl vc_custom_1524745345111 vcex_69dc411ac4f60\"><span class=\"vcex-heading-inner wpex-inline-block\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/span><\/h2>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_accordion shape=&#8221;square&#8221; gap=&#8221;10&#8243; c_icon=&#8221;triangle&#8221; active_section=&#8221;1&#8243;][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;What happens if I have closed-angle glaucoma?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1508266816826-246aed61-1e012f4e-ba8b&#8221;][vc_column_text]If you discover in a consultation that you have a narrow eye angle, this is a risk and the doctor will probably recommend a preventative treatment. This involves using a laser to open up an alternative route for the aqueous humour. Surgery is not required.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;What precautions should I take to prevent glaucoma?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1508266862409-d10de19a-04ab2f4e-ba8b&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<ul>\n<li>Have regular ophthalmological check-ups (at least once per year).<\/li>\n<li>Patients who are at risk (family history, myopia, diabetics) must have periodic check-ups every 6 months of the IOP, OCT and visual field.<\/li>\n<li>In patients over 40, intraocular pressure must be checked at least once per year, along with the OCT and visual field.<\/li>\n<li>Patients over 60 will require a check-up every six months.<\/li>\n<li>If glaucoma has already been diagnosed, it is essential to strictly follow any prescribed treatment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<style>.vcex-heading.vcex_69dc411ac67df{color:#ffffff;}<\/style><h2 class=\"vcex-heading vcex-heading-plain vcex-module wpex-heading wpex-text-2xl vc_custom_1577988760125 vcex_69dc411ac67df\"><span class=\"vcex-heading-inner wpex-inline-block\">Related entries<\/span><\/h2>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div class=\"vcex-module vcex-post-type-grid-wrap wpex-clr\"><div class=\"wpex-row vcex-post-type-grid entries wpex-clr\"><div class=\"vcex-post-type-entry vcex-grid-item wpex-clr col span_1_of_2 col-1 entry post-2016 type-post has-media cat-164 post_tag-165 post_tag-166 post_tag-167 post_tag-168 post_tag-169 post_tag-149 translation_priority-230\"><div class=\"vcex-post-type-entry-inner entry-inner wpex-first-mt-0 wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-clr\"><div class=\"vcex-post-type-entry-media entry-media wpex-relative\"><a href=\"https:\/\/inof.es\/en\/glaucoma-the-silent-disease\/\" title=\"Glaucoma, the silent disease\"><img width=\"487\" height=\"313\" src=\"https:\/\/inof.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/tonometria-de-goldman.png\" class=\"vcex-blog-entry-img wpex-align-middle\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"vcex-post-type-entry-details entry-details wpex-bordered wpex-first-mt-0 wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-clr\"><h2 class=\"vcex-post-type-entry-title entry-title wpex-mb-5\"><a href=\"https:\/\/inof.es\/en\/glaucoma-the-silent-disease\/\">Glaucoma, the silent disease<\/a><\/h2 ><div class=\"vcex-post-type-entry-excerpt entry-excerpt wpex-my-15 wpex-text-pretty wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-clr\"><p>By the time symptoms appear it is already late, and the disease is usually in its advanced stages. 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