19/12/2022
Today we are going to talk on GLAUCOMA the silent killer of our sight.
What we must know remember our sight is the widow to our heart.
Glaucoma is a condition where the nerve of the eye, called the optic nerve, is damaged. The damage progresses with time and is irreversible. There are many causes that damage the optic nerve. The most common being a build-up of pressure in the eyeball because the fluid is unable to drain efficiently.
If you experience any of the following symptoms, you should seek immediate help:
Loss of peripheral or side vision (this is usually the first sign of glaucoma)
Eye redness
Increased sensitivity to lights
Appearance of halos (rainbow-coloured) around bright lights
Blurry or foggy vision
Sudden sight loss
Cloudy-looking cornea
Nausea and vomiting (accompanying severe eye pain)
Prevention of glaucoma
Maintain a healthy weight
Keep the eye pressure in check
Include exercise in the daily routine
Prevent overexposure to sunlight by wearing sunglasses or hats when outdoors
Limit caffeine intake to moderate levels
Avoid smoking
Eating a well-balanced diet, including “vision foods” to support your eye health such as lutein and zeaxanthin (e.g. spinach, kale, etc), vitamin A (carrots, egg yolks, etc), omega-3 fatty acids (salmon, chia seeds,
Do digest this and take care of your sight