Elevated intraocular pressure (pressure inside the eye) is so far the only treatable risk factor for glaucoma. As such, current management strategies all aim to lower intraocular pressure. Depending on the situation, this is achieved with medications (applied topically to the eye or taken orally), laser treatment, surgery, or a combination of any of these.[1]
What are some of the main medical treatments for glaucoma?
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The main medical treatments for glaucoma focus on lowering elevated intraocular pressure, which is the only treatable risk factor for the condition. This can be achieved through medications, laser treatment, surgery, or a combination of these approaches.