What is Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a group of diseases of the optic nerve involving loss of retinal ganglion cells in a characteristic pattern of optic neuropathy. Although raised intraocular pressure is...
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Hello, I was diagnosed with glaucoma two years ago, at age 25. I started taking Timolol, one drop in each eye daily. It seemed to work. My vision field tests were 100%, no vision loss. I felt great. I thought we'd caught this early and considered taking eye drops a minor inconvenience relative to the fact that my sight had been saved.
Recently I've begun to see halos around lights at night, and my eyes have become very sensitive to glare during all times of day. I've been doing some more research and really worried myself. I didn't know the eye developed a tolerance to the medications or that operations were only temporary fixes. I've heard stories of people who started out young taking one drop a day, and now take 12+. What's hardest for me is that I think my pressure is under control. Because my last VFT was also 100%, the Dr said he only needed to see me back in a year. My next appointment is not until April 8. Until then, I'm pretty worried. Why am I seeing halos and glare? Is there any other reason besides glaucoma that I could see that? Can those symptoms be treated, or will I be living with halos and glare for the rest of my life? Thanks for your time and advice. I just wanted to check in, say hello, and ask for your thoughts. Posted on 03/15/09, 09:03 pm |
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Yes those symptoms can be treated, but not very well by a doctor. There are other methods that can be far more effective and safe. 
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Are you under the care of an opthalmologist who is also a glaucoma specialist? Don't wait the year to return for follow-up. If you're having problems, go back sooner. The glaucoma specialist is your best source of information. There are some who would disagree, but your eyes must be under the care of the most competent - the glaucoma specialist.
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George, I so agree with Queenie. An ophthamalogist who is a specialist in glaucoma is a must. You are your best advocate. If you feel something is not right do not wait till your next check-up. There is so much pertaining to the eyes where time is of the essence. My glaucoma doc likes to see me every 3 months to check eye pressures. The halos and glare is something that you should look into as soon as possible as well as any other symptoms you notice. A year ago I suddenly had flashes and floaters and it turned out to be detached retina.
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I pretty much had an anxiety attack last night, so worried about it. Finally about 2:30 AM, my wife convinced me I should see someone, anyone, who could give me more information. Couldn't find an ophthalmologist who took same-day walk-ins, but I did find an optometrist.
The results were a mixed bag. Not quite sure what to make of it. My pressures were 17 in the left eye and 18 in the right, which is on the high side of normal, but still normal. My optic nerve was swollen huge, but I think it always has been and she said not all people with swollen nerves have glaucoma. The best news was that my vision field test showed that I had 100% of my peripheral vision. The Dr. reassured me that I was in much better shape than I thought I was in. I didn't get a solution to the glare that I went looking for, but I did get a more positive outlook than I had given myself. I'll take the small victories where I can find them. George
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I have problems with the glare from lights in alot of stores. I think its the floresent lights that bothers me. Some days are worse then others. Ive read that the drops can make your eyes sensetive to the lights. Does anyone know if thats true or not?
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Yes, increased light sensitivity is listed as a possible side effect on my drops - xalatan. I have been noticing it too but not sure if its the drops or the glaucoma. UGH! Isn't this fun :(
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Stop suffering. Drink carrot juice and cure glaucoma.
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Carrot Juice. wow. The drops can cause glare to light worse, I never could stand bright lights, use sunglasses, that will help alot.
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My light sensitivity came on slowly as did my glaucoma. I would not walk 40 feet out to the mailbox if I couldn't find my sunglasses. I would wait till after dark. I wore my lighter sunglasses while driving at night, oncoming headlights were painful. I liked to drive till 4 or 5 in the morning when the highways were deserted.
Now, I forget my sunglasses at times and don't worry about it. It is a much easier life style not being a slave to a problem.
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Drinking carrot juice will not cure glaucoma.
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