Glaucoma Treatment
in Fort Kent
Glaucoma Treatment in Fort Kent
Glaucoma Diagnosis & Co-management
Glaucoma is a serious eye condition that can lead to permanent vision loss and even blindness. Our eye doctor can diagnose glaucoma during an eye exam and provide glaucoma treatment in Fort Kent to help manage the condition.
Detecting and treating glaucoma early is crucial for preventing vision loss. Once eyesight is lost to glaucoma, it cannot be restored.
What is glaucoma?
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve, which sends visual messages from the eye to the brain. If left untreated, it can cause significant vision loss. While it’s commonly associated with high eye pressure, glaucoma can occur even with normal eye pressure.
How to test for glaucoma
Often called the “silent thief of sight,” glaucoma doesn’t have symptoms in its early stages. That’s why regular eye exams are critical for early detection of glaucoma and prevention of vision loss. During an eye exam at Valley Eye Care Associates, our optometrist will conduct tests to assess any vision loss and look for early signs of glaucoma.
Treatment for glaucoma
There is no cure for glaucoma, but early treatment can help slow down or reduce its negative effects. Glaucoma treatment varies based on the type and severity of the disease. Our eye doctor will assess your condition and develop the most effective glaucoma management plan.
Glaucoma treatment and management may include:
- Prescription eye drops
- Medicine
- Surgery
Surgery co-management for glaucoma
If other treatments are ineffective, we may recommend surgery. We’ll refer you to a skilled ophthalmologist in your area who will conduct tests to determine if surgery is needed. Following the procedure, our eye doctor at Valley Eye Care Associates will closely monitor your progress and recovery during follow-up visits.
Schedule a glaucoma eye exam
Our eye doctor is here to support your vision needs. If you’ve noticed any changes in your vision, schedule an eye exam with us today.
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