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Glaucoma 
Pathophysiology
The main problem or pathology in glaucoma is caused by raised intraocular pressure. It is this raised pressure that compresses and damages the optic nerve. Once the optic nerve is damaged, it fails to carry visual information to the brain and this results in loss of vision.
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Symptoms
Open angle glaucoma
Patchy blind spots in your side (peripheral) or central vision, frequently in both eyes
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Causes
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medications, such as corticosteroids
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Diagnosis
your ophthalmologist will want to perform a comprehensive eye examination. They’ll check for signs of deterioration, including loss of nerve tissue.
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