2 Show rationale: What are the symptoms of openSymptoms of open-angle glaucoma. reduced vision and loss of peripheral vision.. swollen or bulging cornea.. pupil dilation to a medium size that doesn't change with increasing or decreasing light.. redness in the white of the eye.. nausea.. What can I expect from openOpen-angle glaucoma
The drainage angle formed by the cornea and iris remains open, but the trabecular meshwork is partially blocked. This causes pressure in the eye to gradually increase. This pressure damages the optic nerve. It happens so slowly that you may lose vision before you're even aware of a problem.
What is the main symptom of a glaucoma patient?Glaucoma Symptoms
Most people with open-angle glaucoma don't have symptoms. If symptoms do develop, it's usually late in the disease. That's why glaucoma is often called the "sneak thief of vision." The main sign is usually a loss of side, or peripheral, vision.
What are the classic signs of angle closure glaucoma?Patients with angle closure glaucoma may first notice intermittent headaches, eye pain, and halos around lights. Alternatively, they may have an acute angle closure attack, which is accompanied by severe eye pain, headache, blurry vision, and sometimes even nausea and vomiting.
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