Glaucoma treatment refers to various methods used to manage and prevent damage to the optic nerve caused by increased pressure in the eye. Common treatments include prescription eye drops to reduce pressure, laser surgery, and surgical procedures like trabeculectomy or implantation of a drainage device.
Glaucoma treatment refers to various methods used to manage and prevent damage to the optic nerve caused by increased pressure in the eye. Common treatments include prescription eye drops to reduce pressure, laser surgery, and surgical procedures like trabeculectomy or implantation of a drainage device.
Glaucoma treatment in Philippines includes medications ( drops), laser therapy ( SLT, argon lasers), or surgery (trabeculectomy, tube shunt). Regular eye check-ups are essential.
Advanced treatments like MIGS (Micro-Invasive Glaucoma Surgery) are also available. Filipinos with glaucoma can avail of government subsidies under the National Program for the Prevention and Control of Blindness.