(H40) Glaucoma

(Синее помутнение глаза)

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4 314 298 in individuals diagnosis glaucoma confirmed
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2 013 deaths with diagnosis glaucoma

Diagnosis glaucoma is diagnosed Women are 12.95% more likely than Men

1 877 820

Men receive the diagnosis glaucoma

944 (less than 0.1%)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis glaucoma

1 069 (less than 0.1%)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease glaucoma - Men and Women aged 70-74

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
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in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

Disease Features glaucoma

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Glaucoma - what does this mean

Glaucoma is an eye condition that occurs when the pressure inside the eye increases, causing damage to the optic nerve and resulting in vision loss. it is usually caused by the buildup of fluid in the eye, which can lead to increased pressure.

What happens during the disease - 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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7 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Glaucoma - Prevention

Glaucoma is a preventable disease that can be managed through regular eye exams and screenings to identify any risk factors. it is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and managing stress levels. additionally, wearing sunglasses and protective eyewear when outdoors can help reduce the risk of glaucoma.

Main symptoms of the disease glaucoma

Visual impairment

(Vision loss, Blindness, Low vision, Partial sight, Visual deficit, Visual impairment, Vision impairment, Blurry vision, Eye problem, Vision problem)

Visual impairment is a decrease in the ability to see, either partial or complete. It can develop gradually or suddenly, and can be caused by a variety of conditions, such as cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy. Symptoms can include blurry vision, difficulty seeing in...

Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 37 diseases

Headache

(Cephalalgia, Hedache, Pounding head, Throbbing head, Ache, Pounding pain, Throbbing pain, Head pain, Migraine, Tension headache)

Headache is a common symptom that can range from mild to severe. It typically develops gradually and can be localized or generalized. Common types of headache include tension-type, migraine, cluster, and sinus headaches, each with their own unique characteristics and manifestations. Tension-type hea...

Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 244 diseases

Blindness

(Vision loss, Lack of sight, Unable to see, Eye defect, Visual impairment, Partial sight, Darkness, Obscurity, Blind spot, Night blindness)

Blindness is the inability to see. It can be caused by physical damage to the eyes, or by damage to the optic nerve or brain. It can be partial or complete, and can develop suddenly or gradually. Manifestations of blindness can include difficulty recognizing faces, difficulty reading, difficulty fin...

Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 7 diseases

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

Specified forms of the disease

(H40.0) Glaucoma suspect
(H40.1) Primary open-angle glaucoma
(H40.2) Primary angle-closure glaucoma
(H40.3) Glaucoma secondary to eye trauma
(H40.4) Glaucoma secondary to eye inflammation
(H40.5) Glaucoma secondary to other eye disorders
(H40.6) Glaucoma secondary to drugs
(H40.8) Other glaucoma
(H40.9) Glaucoma, unspecified