10 Glaucoma Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Symptom #8: Severe Eye and Head Pain
Severe pain in the eye or extreme headaches can be caused by acute angle closure glaucoma. The pain can be so severe that it leads to nausea and vomiting. In acute angle closure glaucoma, the pressure in the eye rises rapidly resulting in pain and a cloudy cornea. This is also when individuals notice a decrease in their vision.
When this occurs, people should seek medical treatment immediately as it is an emergency. Immediate treatment is required to prevent permanent damage and blindness. It can be treated through medications and performing a laser iridotomy to relieve the pressure.
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