(Q15.0) Congenital glaucoma

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94 440 in individuals diagnosis congenital glaucoma confirmed

Diagnosis congenital glaucoma is diagnosed Men are 13.57% more likely than Women

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Men receive the diagnosis congenital glaucoma

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Women receive the diagnosis congenital glaucoma

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Risk Group for the Disease congenital glaucoma - Men and Women aged 0-5

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-59, 65-74, 90-94
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 60-64, 75-89, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 50-54, 60-64, 70-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-49, 55-59, 65-69

Disease Features congenital glaucoma

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Non-contagious
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Moderate individual risk, low public risk
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Congenital glaucoma - what does this mean

Congenital glaucoma is a rare eye disorder that is present at birth and is caused by a malformation of the eye's drainage angle, resulting in increased pressure within the eye and ultimately damage to the optic nerve.

What happens during the disease - congenital glaucoma

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Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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6 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Congenital glaucoma - Prevention

The best way to prevent congenital glaucoma is to have regular prenatal checkups and genetic testing. it is also important to be aware of family history and to seek medical attention if any signs or symptoms of the condition are present.

Main symptoms of the disease congenital glaucoma

Decreased visual acuity

(Reduced eyesight, Blurred vision, Fuzzy vision, Hazy vision, Dim vision, Poor vision, Clouded vision, Blind spots, Poor focusing, Decreased sharpness, Loss of visual clarity)

Decreased visual acuity is a symptom of vision loss or impairment. It is characterized by a decrease in the ability to see clearly and distinguish objects at a distance. It can develop gradually over time or be sudden, and may be accompanied by other symptoms such as blurriness, double vision, or se...

Age: any ageAccociated with 40 diseases

Photophobia

(Light sensitivity, Light intolerance, Light aversion, Light sensitivity disorder, Light-sensitive eyes, Sunlight sensitivity, Intolerance to light, Intolerance to bright light, Discomfort with bright light, Avoidance of light)

Photophobia is an extreme sensitivity to light. Symptoms include squinting, eye pain, and headaches. It can develop due to a variety of causes, including physical and mental health conditions, medications, and eye injuries. It can manifest as an aversion to bright light, or a feeling of discomfort a...

Age: any ageAccociated with 45 diseases

Lacrimation

(Watering eyes, Tearing eyes, Teary eyes, Excessive tearing, Eye watering, Crying eyes, Shedding tears, Lachrymation, Overflowing tears, Watery eyes)

Lacrimation is the excessive production of tears, either from the eyes or from the nose. It can be caused by a variety of conditions, such as allergies, infections, or irritants. Symptoms typically start with stinging, burning, and itching of the eyes, followed by excessive tearing. Redness and swel...

Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 43 diseases

Increasing the size of the eyeball

(Enlarged eyeball, Bulging eyeball, Dilated eyeball, Swollen eyeball, Inflamed eyeball, Extended eyeball, Protruding eyeball, Puffy eyeball, Distended eyeball, Expanded eyeball)

The symptom of an enlarged eyeball, also known as proptosis, is characterized by the eyeball protruding out of its socket. It usually develops gradually and can be accompanied by redness, swelling, and pain. It can be caused by a variety of conditions, including inflammation, infection, trauma, and ...

Age: At null Years OldAccociated with 2 diseases

Corneal edema

(Corneal swelling, Corneal oedema, Swollen cornea, Corneal waterlogging, Corneal clouding, Corneal engorgement, Corneal congestion, Corneal infiltration)

Corneal edema is a condition in which the cornea of the eye becomes swollen or cloudy due to the accumulation of fluid. It can be caused by trauma, infection, inflammation, or other eye diseases. Symptoms may include pain, blurred vision, sensitivity to light, and redness. In more severe cases, the ...

Age: At null Years OldAccociated with 2 diseases