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Can touching eyes again and again cause glaucoma? And can glaucoma occur in early 20's? And what are the symptoms of glaucoma?
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No for the first query..
Glaucoma can occur in 20 s too..but very rare
Plese don't go into symptoms and self diagnosis..if in doubt..see a doctor..
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Dr. Saba Kausar
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi,
Touching eye generally doesn't cause glaucoma.
Glaucoma can occur at any age but is unlikely in early 20's.
Open angle Glaucoma generally is asymptomatic and it is detected during routine examination. Whereas angle closure glaucoma can present with symptoms of red eye, pain, haloes.
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