If the intraocular pressure in glaucoma has normalized, is further treatment still necessary?
Sep 20, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Wang Shuai
Introduction
After treatment, if the intraocular pressure has returned to normal and the visual field defect is stabilized, further treatment is usually not required. However, regular follow-up examinations are still recommended to monitor any changes in the condition. If, after treatment, the intraocular pressure is normal but visual field defects persist and the retinal nerve fiber layer continues to thin, the condition is considered unstable and ongoing treatment is generally necessary.
When intraocular pressure is normalized in glaucoma, if visual field defects are under control and the condition remains stable, further treatment is generally not required. However, if visual field defects continue to progress and the condition remains unstable, treatment is usually still necessary. Specific analysis is as follows:
Glaucoma is a common ophthalmic disease. After treatment, if intraocular pressure has returned to normal and visual field defects are stabilized, additional treatment is typically unnecessary. However, regular follow-up examinations are still recommended to monitor any changes in the condition.
If, after treatment, intraocular pressure is normal but visual field defects persist and the retinal nerve fiber layer continues to thin, the condition is considered unstable, and further treatment is generally needed. Patients should strictly adhere to medical advice regarding medication, such as mannitol injection, prednisolone acetate eye drops, and travoprost eye drops, to improve their condition.
In daily life, it is recommended to maintain good eye hygiene and proper self-care. If any discomfort or symptoms occur, prompt medical evaluation at a hospital is advised.
