The relationship between glaucoma and ocular blood flow has been studied because of its association with diabetes, high BP, sleep apnea and migraine.
Tag: IOP
Rhopressa
Rhopressa is the commercial name of netarsudil ophthalmic solution. This drug is a 0.02% formulation, and is one of the newest drugs for glaucoma.
Indications for Glaucoma Surgery
Glaucoma can be treated using medication, lasers and incisional surgery. This article discusses the indications for glaucoma surgery.
Eye Pressure Variations
Intraocular pressure (IOP) or eye pressure is the most commonly identified risk factor for glaucoma. In addition, it is the only factor which can be modified, in patients of glaucoma. Decrease in IOP retards the progression of glaucoma, regardless of baseline IOPs. Moreover, eye pressure variations are known to worsen the disease over time.
Glaucoma and Diabetes
Diabetes affects the entire body, and the eyes are no exception. The high blood sugars, along with insulin resistance, damage the small blood vessels. In fact, diabetes increases the incidence and rate progression of both, cataract and glaucoma.