Glaucoma Treatment in
Charleston, SC
What is Glaucoma?
Glaucoma is a serious condition that damages your optic nerve due to a buildup of intraocular pressure (IOP) inside of your eye. Known as “the silent thief of sight,” glaucoma often won’t present obvious symptoms until after it causes permanent damage, and if left untreated, it can lead to vision loss and even blindness. Our team at Lowcountry Eye Care values your vision as much as you do, so we screen for glaucoma during our comprehensive eye exams so we can diagnose it early and get you started on a customized treatment plan as soon as possible.
Types of Glaucoma: Open-Angle and
Angle-Closure
While there are multiple types of glaucoma, the two most common are known as open-angle and angle-closure. Open-angle glaucoma occurs when the drainage path between your cornea and iris becomes blocked, leading to the buildup of fluid and high IOP. Angle-closure glaucoma is rare but more urgent. It’s caused by a restricted iris or completely clogged drainage path that prevents fluid from circulating, which causes your IOP to increase rapidly.
Early Detection and Management of Glaucoma
At Lowcountry Eye Care, we diagnose and treat glaucoma on a regular basis, and we believe that the best treatment starts with early detection and prevention. That’s why our experienced doctors use advanced technology during your comprehensive eye exams to detect glaucoma’s signs early. If we find any cause for concern, we’ll develop a personalized treatment plan to help you manage the disease and limit its potential impact on your vision.
Cutting Edge Diagnostic Technology
While you won’t notice the early signs of glaucoma, you can leave it to our experienced team to spot them before they can affect your vision. We use state-of the-art equipment like the iCare tonometer to comfortably measure your IOP — no uncomfortable air puffs required! Plus, we’ll compare Optos scans between each visit to monitor the long-term effects IOP has on your retina. Whether you’re being screened for glaucoma for the first time or need a personalized plan to manage your condition, we have you covered with our advanced tech and unparalleled expertise.
Trust Our Expert Doctors
At Lowcountry Eye Care, you can rest assured the doctors treating you aren’t just experts on ocular disease, they’re also experts on your eyes and personalizing your care! We’ll take the time to get to know everything about your eye health and lifestyle to create a management plan that works best for you.
