Common "glaucoma" queries answered by top doctors

Medical Conditions - Glaucoma

Diabetes is one of the significant risk factors in causing glaucoma. Due to high pressure developed inside the eyes, the optic nerve is affected, resulting in vision loss. It is more common in older adults. Generally, there are four types of glaucoma. Open-angle and angle-closure glaucoma are the two major forms of glaucoma. It affects both the eyes. Microsurgery is the most commonly effective treatment option for treating glaucoma.

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Taking Clonazepam, Mirtazapine for anxiety and depression, Can you suggest any solution?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Depression, anxiety, restlessness and panic attacks are best respond to a combination of a Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) and Benzodiazepines.

Answered By

Ananth Shanmugam

Suffering from nightmares, sleeping problem and headache. Can this be due to glaucoma?

Hi, Nightmares indicate an anxiety disorder.

Answered By

Ananth Shanmugam

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