Glaucoma

Symptoms

Symptoms depend on the type of glaucoma and how advanced it is.

Open-angle glaucoma

  • Usually has no symptoms in the early stages.
  • Can cause small blind spots, often on the sides of your vision. Sometimes blind spots appear in the center.
  • In early stages, it may be harder to see at night or to tell objects apart in low light.
  • In later stages, one may have “tunnel vision,” where side vision is lost and only central vision remains.

Angle-closure glaucoma 

  • Severe eye pain
  • Red or bloodshot eye
  • Severe headache
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Blurry vision
  • Seeing halos or bright rings around lights
  • Sudden loss of vision
If you have these symptoms get emergency medical care immediately.
 

Last Updated May 2026

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