
What Causes Increased Pressure In Eyes?

Primary open angle glaucoma , continue eye drops, regular follow up
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The drug of choice for open angle glaucoma or a raised intraocular pressure are prostaglandin eye drops i.e latanoprost. Beta blockers like timolol and carbonic anhydrase inhibitors such as dorzolamide are also prescribed to lower the pressure. The exact cause of primary open angle glaucoma is not known. Migraine headaches, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and hypertension are risk factors that can predispose one to develop glaucoma. The only life style change that has had some evidence w.r.t lowering of intraocular pressure is regular moderate exercise. There are no natural products or supplements that have been proven to lower IOP or treat glaucoma effectively. If there is progressive vision deterioration then a neuro ophthalmologist should be consulted. She should also continue the eye drops uninterrupted for optimum outcome. Follow up eye visits should also be done regularly to monitor any progression or improvement.
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