Diseases
ocular hypertension
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Overview
Ocular hypertension is when the pressure inside the eye (intraocular pressure or IOP) is higher than normal. With ocular hypertension, the front of the eye does not drain fluid properly. This causes eye pressure to build up. Higher than normal eye pressure can cause glaucoma.
Symptoms
- asymptomatic
Causes
- an increase in the eye’s fluid production
- inadequate drainage in the eye
- certain medications, such as steroids
Risk factors
- eye trauma
Diagnosis
- eye exam.
- gonioscopy
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is ocular hypertension?
Ocular hypertension is when the pressure inside the eye (intraocular pressure or IOP) is higher than normal. With ocular hypertension, the front of the eye does not drain fluid properly. This causes eye pressure to build up. Higher than normal eye pressure can cause glaucoma.
What are the symptoms of ocular hypertension?
asymptomatic
What causes ocular hypertension?
an increase in the eye’s fluid production; inadequate drainage in the eye; certain medications, such as steroids
Which medicines are used for ocular hypertension?
brinzolamide, dorzolamide, latanoprost, timolol
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