(H44.4) Hypotony of eye
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Diagnosis hypotony of eye is diagnosed Women are 1.01% more likely than Men
Men receive the diagnosis hypotony of eye
525 (0.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis hypotony of eye
601 (0.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease hypotony of eye - Men aged 70-74 and Women aged 15-19
Disease Features hypotony of eye
Hypotony of eye - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - hypotony of eye
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Measure intraocular pressure (IOP) of the eye.
- Perform a slit-lamp examination.
- Conduct a visual field test.
- Perform a gonioscopy.
- Order imaging tests such as ultrasound or MRI.
- Order laboratory tests such as blood tests.
- Perform a tonometry test.
- Conduct a complete eye exam.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Prescribing medications to reduce intraocular pressure such as beta-blockers, carbonic anhydrase inhibitors and prostaglandin analogs.
- Performing laser therapy to reduce the production of aqueous humor.
- Performing a surgical procedure to reduce the outflow of aqueous humor.
- Performing a surgical procedure to implant a drainage device.
- Prescribing eye drops to reduce inflammation.
- Prescribing eye drops to reduce the production of aqueous humor.
- Prescribing eye drops to reduce the outflow of aqueous humor.
- Prescribing nutritional supplements to improve the health of the eye.
- Performing physical therapy to reduce the effects of hypotony.
Hypotony of eye - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease hypotony of eye
Decreased vision
(Impaired vision, Blurred vision, Diminished vision, Reduced vision, Fuzzy vision, Clouded vision, Hazy vision, Poor vision, Weak vision, Low vision)
Decreased vision is a symptom of many underlying conditions. It can range from mild blurring of vision to complete loss of sight. It can develop gradually or suddenly, and may be accompanied by pain, headaches, or double vision. Depending on the underlying cause, it can be partial or complete, affec...
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...
Photopsy
(Photopsia, Photopsias, Light flashes, Flashing lights, Flickering lights, Flashes of light, Flashes in vision, Flickering vision, Flashing vision, Visual flashes, Visual disturbances)
Photopsy is a symptom that involves the development of small, yellow-white spots on the skin. These spots can range in size from a few millimeters to several centimeters and may appear as a single spot or as multiple spots. They are typically painless, but may be itchy and can be accompanied by a bu...
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...
Fatigue
(Tiredness, Exhaustion, Lethargy, Lassitude, Weariness, Burn-out, Weakness, Malaise, Lack of energy, Lack of strength, Listlessness)
Fatigue is a common symptom that can range from mild to severe. It is usually characterized by a feeling of tiredness and exhaustion that can range from mild to severe. It can develop gradually over time or suddenly, and can be caused by a variety of factors, including physical or mental stress, sle...
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...
Blurred eyes
(Foggy vision, Hazy vision, Fuzzy vision, Cloudy vision, Double vision, Blurry vision, Blind spots, Dim vision, Distorted vision, Wavy vision)
Blurred vision is a common symptom caused by a range of underlying conditions. It is characterized by a decrease in sharpness of vision, making it difficult to distinguish objects. It can develop suddenly or gradually, and can affect one or both eyes. It can also manifest as double vision, light sen...