Question
My child often plays with electronic products, and I’m worried she might develop myopia. I took her to the hospital for an eye checkup, and the doctor said she doesn’t have myopia, but her left eye has glaucoma. I want to know what should be done if someone has glaucoma? Will it affect daily exercise?
Answer
Glaucoma can cause symptoms such as eye pain, nausea, vomiting, and severe vision loss. It can be diagnosed through an eye pressure test. Initially, it is recommended to use mydriatic eye drops and be treated with mannitol infusion to lower the pressure. If treatment is ineffective, glaucoma filtering surgery can be considered. Not treating glaucoma actively can affect daily activities and even lead to severe consequences such as blindness. The cause is complex, and it requires proactive adherence to medical instructions. There is currently no effective treatment to alleviate symptoms.