Two of the most frequently performed glaucoma laser procedures are Laser Peripheral Iridotomy (LPI) and Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT). The…
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Why Do I Need So Many Glaucoma Eye Drops?
Needing multiple glaucoma eye drops usually means your eye pressure is not adequately controlled with a single medication. Each drop…
How I Think About Glaucoma
Glaucoma is the leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide, and one of the most under-diagnosed conditions in India. As a…
Glaucoma Second Opinion- Gurgaon
Most people seeking a glaucoma second opinion in Gurgaon are not confused. They are uneasy. They sense that decisions made…
Laser Peripheral Iridotomy
Laser peripheral iridotomy is the treatment for angle-closure disease. During the procedure, your eye doctor will use a laser to create a tiny hole in the coloured part of your eye, the iris. This little hole provides an alternate drainage pathway for the fluid inside the eye. Remember, this impaired fluid drainage can lead to an increase in eye pressure, leading to glaucoma.