Asked for Male | 65 Years
My grandfather age 65 have eye problems And doctor tell cause glaucoma. We want to know the treatment and approximate expense for glaucoma treatment
Answered by Samruddhi Bhartiya
- Glaucoma:
- Is a group of eye-related ailments that damage the optic nerve, which is crucial for optimal vision. This damage often results from abnormally high pressure in the eye, and can potentially lead up to blindness as well.
- The damage caused by this ailment cannot be reversed, but regular checkups & treatments can either slow down the progress of damage, or prevent further loss from taking place.
- The aim is to reduce his eye pressure which is causing vision loss and optic nerve damage, so your grandfather has the following options:
- Prescription eyedrops, oral medicines, laser treatment, and surgery.
- To know more about surgery, laser, and other minimally invasive treatments, read ahead:
- Laser therapy/trabeculoplasty: The doctor uses a small laser beam to open clogged channels causing intraocular pressure.
- Filtering surgery/trabeculectomy: The surgeon makes an incision in the white of the eye (sclera) and removes part of the tissue which causes intraocular pressure.
- Drainage tubes: The surgeon inserts a small tube shunt in patient's eye and drains out excess fluid to decrease eye pressure.
- Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS): a set of minimally invasive techniques to lower the eye pressure.
There are several MIGS techniques, and the doctor will discuss.
- We recommend adopting these lifestyle modification tips from our side, for life long, as this disease may not necessarily get cured:
- Dietary changes promote eye health: Eat food with the appropriate quantity of zinc, copper, selenium, and antioxidant vitamins C, E, and A.
For better guidance - Dietitian/Nutritionists. - Avoid: Caffeine & beverages.
- Sleep: While sleeping your head should be elevated. Using a wedge pillow helps, ensure that head is slightly raised about 20 degrees.
- For more details, visit - Ophthalmologists.
Question them along these lines:- Common side effects and risks
- Correction course for unwanted outcomes & compensation
- Pre-operative measure & post-operation care
- Candidate eligibility criteria for each treatment
- Is a group of eye-related ailments that damage the optic nerve, which is crucial for optimal vision. This damage often results from abnormally high pressure in the eye, and can potentially lead up to blindness as well.
- The damage caused by this ailment cannot be reversed, but regular checkups & treatments can either slow down the progress of damage, or prevent further loss from taking place.
- Prescription eyedrops, oral medicines, laser treatment, and surgery.
- Laser therapy/trabeculoplasty: The doctor uses a small laser beam to open clogged channels causing intraocular pressure.
- Filtering surgery/trabeculectomy: The surgeon makes an incision in the white of the eye (sclera) and removes part of the tissue which causes intraocular pressure.
- Drainage tubes: The surgeon inserts a small tube shunt in patient's eye and drains out excess fluid to decrease eye pressure.
- Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS): a set of minimally invasive techniques to lower the eye pressure.
There are several MIGS techniques, and the doctor will discuss.
- Dietary changes promote eye health: Eat food with the appropriate quantity of zinc, copper, selenium, and antioxidant vitamins C, E, and A.
For better guidance - Dietitian/Nutritionists. - Avoid: Caffeine & beverages.
- Sleep: While sleeping your head should be elevated. Using a wedge pillow helps, ensure that head is slightly raised about 20 degrees.
Question them along these lines:
- Common side effects and risks
- Correction course for unwanted outcomes & compensation
- Pre-operative measure & post-operation care
- Candidate eligibility criteria for each treatment
Let us know if you have any other doubt, and do let us know if you prefer specialists providing services in a different city, take care!

Samruddhi Bhartiya
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