Complete eye exam glaucoma screening

Glaucoma is a common eye condition characterized by a buildup of fluid in the eye. When the passages in the eye that drain excess fluid become clogged, the pressure from the fluid can damage the optic nerve. Glaucoma does not present any visible symptoms until vision loss has already started to occur. If left untreated, glaucoma can eventually lead to complete vision loss. Increased pressure in the eye is a sign of glaucoma, therefore one of the first and most important screening tests used to diagnose glaucoma is an intraocular eye pressure test. The only way to preserve vision is to undergo regular glaucoma screening tests.