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to reduce eye pressure in most cataract patients, and in some situations it may be used as a treatment for glaucoma. In some cases, a single surgery isn’t enough to slow down the progress of glaucoma. Repeat surgery and/or continued treatment with medicines may be necessary. Without treatment, glaucoma can cause permanent blindness. If you have new symptoms of glaucoma or other eye conditions, or if symptoms that have been evaluated become worse, call your healthcare provider. Gonioscopy. A lens is placed on the eye to look at the area called the drainage angle. This is where fluid drains from the eye. This test determines whether the drain is open or closed, and if any damage has occurred. Pachymetry. A measurement is taken of corneal thickness. GLAUCOMA TREATMENT Your health care provider will determine the best treatment for you based on: • Your age • Your past health and medical history • Your present health • How well you can handle specific medicines, procedures or therapies • How long the condition is expected to last • Your opinion or preference • The symptoms of glaucoma sometimes resemble those of other conditions or medical problems. Although there is no lasting treatment for glaucoma, early treatment can often control it. This may include: Medicines. Some medicines cause the eye to make less fluid, while others lower pressure by helping fluid drain from the eye. Surgery. The purpose of surgery is to create a new opening for fluid to leave the eye. This can be done by creating a passage for drainage or by implanting a shunt to help drain the fluid.Laser surgery. Several types of surgery using a laser are used to treat glaucoma. Cataract surgery. Cataract surgery has been shown 27 VISION PLUS SE ASIA EDITION