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Does acupuncture work for glaucoma?
Acupuncture is another therapy that patients with glaucoma or ocular hypertension often ask about. At present, acupuncture is not recommended to treat these pathologies, as it lacks scientific studies that support its efficacy. Risks of pseudotherapies However, it should be noted that not all of these therapies have followed the necessary steps and/or studies to …
Glaucoma diet tips
A healthy diet, a preventive measure for pathologies such as glaucoma, cataract, AMD or certain retinopathies. According to the doctor, a diet rich in vitamins, minerals, carotenoids and flavonoids, lycopene, lutein and zeaxanthin protects against free radicals and is therefore recommended as a possible preventive factor for glaucoma and other eye diseases, such as cataract, …
What is ocular hypertension?
Ocular hypertension occurs when the pressure inside the eye exceeds the range considered normal and is above 21 mm Hg. The increase in intraocular pressure (progressive with age, although it can also be due to other pathologies or causes) is the main risk factor for developing glaucoma and, therefore, people with ocular hypertension are more …