Conjunctivitis and Glaucoma

Conjunctivitis Conjunctiva- lines the eyelids and the sclera Conjunctivitis- inflammation of the conjunctiva caused by bacteria or virus Treatment- eye drops or ointments

Glaucoma Caused from an increase in intraocular pressure in the anterior chamber of the eye. Leading cause of blindness in the united states Common after age 40

Glaucoma S&S ◦Loss of peripheral vision ◦Limited night vision ◦Halos around lights ◦Mild to moderate aching ◦Gradual vision loss Treatment- Aimed at reducing intraocular pressure ◦Surgery- (laser, drainage implants) ◦medications