Glaucoma

Glaucoma can be found at any age. But it is more common in people over 50 years of age. However, those with risk factors include those with a relative history of glaucoma. Very short-sightedness or long-sightedness, diabetic patients People who use steroids such as eye drops, injections, sprays, or oral medications. including those with cataracts until maturity It should be screened for glaucoma by an ophthalmologist for early diagnosis and treatment to prevent vision loss. use of computers or communication devices, including obtaining How does blue light affect glaucoma?

Glaucoma is a disease that causes loss of optic nerve fibers associated with the optic nerve. associated with eye pressure and loss of visual field Glaucoma can be diagnosed by examination of optic nerve Eye pressure measurement and visual field examination by an ophthalmologist

Eye pressure is the most important factor in the development of glaucoma. condensed eye pressure control the fluid in the eye If the fluid production rate is not balanced with the effusion, the eye pressure will be high, resulting in abnormal optic nerve terminals. narrow field of vision and eventually blurred

Types of glaucoma

  • Divided according to the nature of the corner of the eye It consists of open-angle glaucoma. and angle-closure glaucoma
  • Categorized by cause It consists of primary glaucoma with no cause. and secondary glaucoma caused by other eye diseases such as diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, etc.
  • Classified according to symptoms, including chronic glaucoma that usually has no symptoms. and acute glaucoma with eye pain, red eyes, blurred vision immediately

How does cannabis affect glaucoma?

The ability of THC, 0.01-0.1% eye drop solution, was studied to reduce intraocular pressure and found that doses of 0.05-0.1% THC can reduce intraocular pressure in glaucoma patients. But it's only a short-term effect of 2-3 hours. However, this drug has been found to cause undesirable effects during use. Therefore, the development of recipes Formulation and dosage form design may be able to help address the problem.

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