Common Eye Disorders

Question 1

Glaucoma

Answer 1

increased pressure in the eye, which results in a damages optic nerve

• caused: high blood pressure, obesity, migraines, and heredity
• can lead to blindness
• open-angle glaucoma (treatable w/ medications Lasik and surgery)

Question 2

Cataract

Answer 2

cloudless of the eye lens

• blurred vision, faded colors, and sensitivity
• surgical removal

Question 3

Conjuncitivitis

Answer 3

inflammation of conjunctiva (pink eye)

-virus, bacteria, or an allergen (swollen, scratchy, red and extremely watery eyes)