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2023-01-08 08:43:40
If IOP Is around 23 , how many years it will take to convert into glaucoma? What if we use drops to control eye pressure?
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Depends on current eye nerve status. And future iop control

Answered2023-01-10 02:00:07

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23 is not normal eye pressure. Please get your eyes checked esp a glaucoma work up is necessary at this juncture. Your Dr will let you know if you need any medicine or just a regular follow up depending upon the status of your optic nerves. Your BP and Blood sugar levels should also be checked.

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It all depends upon the optic nerve status.pl consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment.

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Depends on current optic nerve status and corneal thickness

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It depends on the optic nerve health currently

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