Angle-Closure Glaucoma

Angle-closure glaucoma is a type of glaucoma in which the drainage of the fluid inside the eye is blocked abruptly, which raises the eye pressure. It can present as an emergency that requires immediate attention.

When to seek care immediately? At severe pain in the eye, blurred vision, halos around lights, redness, headache, nausea, or sudden loss of vision, it is necessary to seek care without delay.

Why it matters: sustained elevated pressure can damage the optic nerve, which is why the timing of care is especially relevant in this condition.

Which specialist treats it? The ophthalmologist is the professional in charge of diagnosing it and following up on it, supported by the optometrist in detection. If you experience these eye symptoms, seek an ophthalmologist as soon as possible.