Glaucoma is a group of ophthalmological diseases associated with impaired circulation of intraocular fluid (IoF) and its outflow. Eye diseases lead to changes in the optical function of the eye. Eye diseases can develop as a result of injury, eye surgery, surgical procedures, aging of the body, diabetes, inflammatory processes and other reasons. In the article we will look at post-traumatic glaucoma.
Post-traumatic glaucoma is a disease associated with eye trauma and its consequences. It can occur both after a blow and after other injuries, including penetrating eye injuries from sharp objects (metal, wood). Such injuries can lead to rupture of blood vessels in the iris, which impairs vision. Glaucoma can also appear as a complication after eye surgery, such as cataract removal.
Symptoms of glaucoma after eye injury may include: * Pain in the eye and head; * Sensation of a foreign body in the eye; * Blurred vision; * Sensitivity to light; *Growing