Glaucoma

Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of irreversible vision loss, and one of the most important risk factors is something no one can control: family history. Unfortunately, if someone in your family has glaucoma, your chances of developing the disease increase significantly.  At North Suburban Eye, our board-certified eye doctors provide advanced diagnostic testing and personalized glaucoma […]

Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness, yet many people don’t realize they have it until significant vision loss has occurred. This is because glaucoma often develops without noticeable symptoms in its early stages. At North Suburban Eye, our team of experienced ophthalmologists specializes in the early detection and treatment of glaucoma to help protect long-term

You cannot reverse glaucoma damage, but eye doctors can slow it and hopefully prevent vision loss, especially if they catch the disease early. To treat glaucoma, your eye doctor relieves intraocular pressure. It can be lowered with medication, surgery, or laser treatment. Some doctors may also use a combination of these treatments. Treating Glaucoma With Eyedrops

Every year, over 200,000 adults in the United States are diagnosed with glaucoma. While this condition is common, it is important for patients to understand that while treatments can help ease glaucoma symptoms, but it cannot be cured. A medical diagnosis of glaucoma shouldn’t be scary, and the team at North Suburban Eye Associates, P.C.