Online Pharmacies - Treating Glaucoma
Glaucoma is an ocular disease that results in damage to the optic nerve and progressive, irreversible loss of vision. It is most associated with having high intraocular pressure in the eye. However, this is not always the case. However, untreated glaucoma always results in permanent damage to the optic nerve and eventually blindness. It is the leading cause of blindness in the African American community and the second leading cause of vision loss worldwide. It is known as a silent disease because a person could have it for years but never know because the progression of vision loss is so gradual.
There are two types of glaucoma both of which are treated with medications you can purchase from online pharmacies. Open-angle glaucoma is the most common type of glaucoma in the United States but not as common in other nations. This type of glaucoma is painless and the only sign of it presence is the slow loss of the visual field. Closed-angle glaucoma accounts for up to 50% of all glaucoma cases in other nations outside of the US and is primarily seen in Asian countries. This type of glaucoma comes with symptoms such as sudden pain in the eye, seeing halos around lights, red eye, extremely high eye pressure, a fixed pupil, and sudden decreased vision. This type of glaucoma is considered an ophthalmologic emergency.
Glaucoma medication generally focuses on lowering intraocular pressure by reducing the amount of fluid produced by the eye or increasing the amount of fluid that leaves the eye. Betagan, Ocupress, Alphagan, Propine, Azopt, and Osmoglyn are all medications that lessen the amount of fluid the eye makes. Carboptic, Pilostat, Epifrin, Lumigan, and Xalatan all increase the amount of fluid the leaves the eye. Although you need a prescription from your doctor for these medications, you can have all of them filled at online pharmacies.
The damage done by glaucoma is permanent. It is an irreversible disease. However, it is possible to prevent its onset especially if it is caught in time. Having your eyes examined on a regular basis, at least once per year, can keep you abreast of any changes happening in your eyes. Getting high blood pressure and diabetes under control is also important to good eye health. Once you’ve been diagnosed you need to be vigilant about taking your medication. If cost is a concern then take advantage of the low prices offered by online pharmacies found all over the internet.