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Condition

Childhood Glaucoma

What You Need to Know

Glaucoma is a condition in which the normal fluid pressure inside the eyes slowly rises as a result of the fluid aqueous humor not being able to drain properly. In children under age 3, it is called infantile or congenital (present at birth) glaucoma. In older children, it is referred to as childhood glaucoma.

Key Symptoms

Symptoms of childhood glaucoma may include:

  • Excessive tearing
  • Light sensitivity
  • Vision loss
  • Other symptoms

Diagnosis

Diagnostic procedures for childhood glaucoma may include:

  • A visual acuity test
  • Pupil dilation
  • A visual field test
  • Tonometry

Treatment

Treatment for childhood glaucoma may include:

  • Medications
  • Surgery

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