Firstly, regarding about the issue Nuggets mentioned about her uncle. Yes, you are right to say that the condition your uncle is suffering from, but do you actually know what it is? Acute angle closure glaucoma is an eye disease in which the internal eye pressure in the eyes increase till it damages the nerve fibres in the optic nerves and cause vision loss. The increase in pressure may be due to the blocked or clogged passages that normally allow fluids to flow into your eye. The block takes place at the angle of the anterior chamber formed by the junction of the cornea and the iris. This disease tends to affect people born with a narrow angle. Acute angle-closure glaucoma is an emergency because optic nerve damage and vision loss can occur within hours of the onset of the problem.
When the pupil dilates, the iris will retract and thicken and it will block a canal which drains the fluids away from the eye. This pressure will damage the optic nerve which may lead to blindness. The symptoms of this disease is like what Nuggets have mentioned, which includes a throbbing headache, redness in the eye, eye pain and blurred vision. However, there may be some people will experience nausea and vomitting.
Nuggets, you do not have to worry too much about your uncle's condition. Medication can be administered to lower the pressure of the eye. Glaucoma eye drops may be applied and your uncle may have to go through surgery to reduce the intraocular pressure. So, your uncle's condition can be kept under control and not face any huge risk. You really do not have to worry that much, do try to remain happy and do not be too bothered about your uncle's condition as his condition is not fatal. =)
-Dr Alexandra Yeo
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