Glaucoma

Diagnosis & Tests

An optometrist or ophthalmologist will usually do the following to check for glaucoma:

  • Ask whether you have any risk factors for glaucoma.
  • Check your vision.
  • Measure the fluid pressure inside your eyes.
  • Measure the thickness of your cornea (the clear front surface of the eye).
  • Check side and central vision. Glaucoma usually affects vision on the side, which is harder to notice than the loss of central vision.
  • Look at your retina (the inner surface of your eye).
  • Check your optic nerve for signs of damage.
  • Do additional tests if needed.

 

Last Updated May 2023

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