What causes high intraocular pressure in glaucoma?
Disease description:
Nian Nian has glaucoma. A few days ago, after a hospital checkup, the doctor said her intraocular pressure was slightly elevated. We're not sure what caused it—whether it's related to Shi Senming or not. I'd like to ask, what causes high eye pressure in glaucoma?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Cui Xin
Glaucoma-related high intraocular pressure typically occurs in the annular area between the cornea and the root of the iris, primarily due to obstruction of the aqueous humor drainage pathway. If structural or functional abnormalities occur in this region, aqueous outflow becomes impaired, leading to increased fluid accumulation within the eye and consequently elevated intraocular pressure. Patients are advised to avoid excessive eye use in daily life.
