Glaucoma treatments
Glaucoma treatment in Ahmedabad at SRV Eye Hospital focuses on lowering eye pressure (IOP) and protecting the optic nerve to minimize the risk of irreversible vision loss. Our approach to glaucoma treatment in Ahmedabad combines early diagnosis, modern therapies, and personalized care to preserve long-term vision.
Symptoms & when to seek help
Gradual side-vision loss — typically unnoticed until advanced; routine checks are vital.
Halos, eye pain, headache, nausea — may indicate acute angle-closure; urgent care needed.
Frequent spectacle changes — can accompany pressure fluctuations.
Family history or steroid use — increases risk; seek screening.
Symptoms & when to seek help
Cloudy/blurred vision — like a fogged window.
Glare/halos at night — trouble driving after dark.
Faded colors & frequent power changes — reduced contrast and clarity.
Double vision in one eye — lens irregularities can cause ghosting.
Diagnosis & evaluation
Tonometry: Measures IOP to assess pressure risk.
Gonioscopy: Examines drainage angle to classify open vs. angle-closure types.
Perimetry (visual fields): Detects functional side-vision loss over time.
OCT of RNFL/GCC: Quantifies nerve fiber thinning before field loss appears.
Pachymetry: Corneal thickness influences true IOP interpretation.
Treatment Options
Medicated eye drops
First-line to lower IOP; adherence is critical.
Laser iridotomy (angle-closure)
Creates a bypass for fluid in narrow angles.
Trabeculectomy / drainage devices
Surgical routes to sustainably lower IOP when drops/laser aren’t enough.
MIGS (as eligible)
Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery combined with cataract procedures.
Monitoring & lifestyle
Regular follow-ups; manage systemic risks.
the most question
Not curable, but controllable with lifelong management.
Depends on nerve status and risk; we individualize thresholds.
Sometimes—laser may reduce dependence, but many still need medication.