Glaucoma Management at Everett Eyecare Inc
Glaucoma is a serious eye condition that can cause permanent vision loss if left untreated. At Everett Eyecare Inc, we provide glaucoma management in Everett, MA, focused on early detection, careful monitoring, and long-term protection of your vision.
What Is Glaucoma?
Glaucoma is a condition that damages the optic nerve, often due to increased pressure inside the eye. Over time, this damage can affect peripheral vision and may progress without noticeable symptoms in the early stages.
Because glaucoma develops gradually, regular comprehensive eye exams are essential for identifying changes before vision loss occurs.
Early Detection Through Comprehensive Eye Exams
Many patients are diagnosed with glaucoma during a routine eye exam. During your comprehensive eye exam in Everett, MA, we measure eye pressure, evaluate the optic nerve, and assess overall eye health.
Early detection allows us to begin management strategies before significant vision changes develop.
Monitoring with Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)
At Everett Eyecare Inc, we use Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) to capture detailed images of the optic nerve and retinal nerve fiber layer. This advanced imaging technology allows us to detect subtle structural changes that may not be visible during a standard exam.
OCT plays an important role in:
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Monitoring optic nerve health
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Tracking glaucoma progression over time
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Evaluating treatment effectiveness
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Detecting early changes before symptoms appear
By combining OCT imaging with clinical evaluation, we provide more precise glaucoma monitoring for our patients.
Who Is at Risk for Glaucoma?
You may be at higher risk for glaucoma if you:
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Are over age 60
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Have a family history of glaucoma
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Have diabetes or high blood pressure
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Have elevated eye pressure
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Are of certain ethnic backgrounds with higher glaucoma risk
If you fall into a higher-risk category, routine glaucoma screening is especially important.
Schedule a Glaucoma Evaluation in Everett, MA
If you have been diagnosed with glaucoma or are concerned about your risk, schedule a comprehensive eye exam at Everett Eyecare Inc. We proudly serve patients from Everett, Revere, Chelsea, Malden, and surrounding communities.
Early detection and consistent monitoring are key to protecting your vision. Contact our office to schedule your glaucoma evaluation.