In its early stages, open-angle glaucoma has no obvious signs. As the disease progresses and

more damage occurs, blind spots develop in peripheral (side) vision. These spots may not be noticeable until the optic nerve has become severely damaged. In more serve stages, it may lead to tunel vision finally, blindness if ignored or not treated properly.

Hence, regular monitoring and follow-up with Ophthalmologist is extremely important.

How a patient's glaucoma is treated will depend on the specific type of glaucoma, the severity of disease and how it responds to treatment. The vision once lost cannot be restored, but fortunately, further vision loss can be prevented by regularly taking the prescribed medicines and regularly going for eye check-ups.

Medicated eye drops are the most common way to treat glaucoma.

These medications lower the eye pressure in one of two ways - either by slowing the production of aqueous humor or by improving its outflow.

These eye drops must be taken every day and as regularly as prescribed by the ophthalmologist. Never change or stop taking medications without talking with the doctor.

In some patients, surgical intervention may be required. Your Ophthalmologist is the best person to guide you in this regard.