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**Dr. Mahmoud Hassan**
**Consultant Vitreoretinal and Cataract Surgeon**
FRCS Glasgow · FICO · MRCS Edinburgh
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# Glaucoma (Blue Water): Diagnosis and Vision Preservation Guide 2026
Glaucoma is often referred to as the "silent thief of sight" because it progresses gradually without obvious symptoms. Understanding the nature of this disease is the first step toward effective management and long-term vision preservation.
## 1. What is Glaucoma?
Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, the health of which is vital for good vision. This damage is often caused by an abnormally high pressure in your eye (Intraocular Pressure), leading to irreversible loss of nerve fibers.
## 2. Risk Factors
While anyone can develop glaucoma, certain factors increase the risk:
* **Family History:** Genetic predisposition plays a significant role.
* **Age:** Increased risk for individuals over 40.
* **Medical Conditions:** Diabetes, hypertension, and extreme myopia (nearsightedness).
* **Prolonged Steroid Use:** Can lead to secondary glaucoma in some patients.
## 3. Recognizing the Symptoms
In many cases, there are no early warning signs. However, patients should be aware of:
* Blurred vision or seeing halos around lights.
* Gradual loss of peripheral (side) vision.
* Severe eye pain, headache, and nausea (in acute cases).
## 4. Treatment Options
The primary goal of treatment is to lower eye pressure to a safe level via:
* **Medicated Eye Drops:** The most common first-line treatment.
* **Laser Therapy:** To improve fluid drainage within the eye.
* **Surgical Intervention:** Performed when medications fail to control eye pressure effectively.
## 5. Professional Care with Dr. Mahmoud Hassan
At Al-Mashreq Eye Center, **Dr. Mahmoud Hassan** provides a comprehensive approach to glaucoma management:
* **Evidence-Based Practice:** Utilizing advanced OCT imaging and visual field testing for precise monitoring.
* **Surgical Excellence:** Over 16 years of experience in micro-surgical procedures.
* **International Standards:** Certified by the Royal College of Surgeons (Edinburgh) and the International Council of Ophthalmology.
**Book your screening appointment today:**
* **Heliopolis:** Al-Mashreq Eye Center.
* **Madinaty:** Espitalia Medical Hub.
* **Contact:** 01002310813
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Frequently Asked Questions
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تتراوح تكلفة عملية المياه البيضاء مع زراعة عدسة أحادية البؤرة (Monofocal IOL) بين 20,000 و 35,000 جنيه مصري للعين الواحدة، وتختلف التكلفة حسب نوع العدسة المختارة وحالة المريض ودرجة تقدم المياه البيضاء. للحصول على تقييم دقيق وعرض سعر مخصص، يمكنك التواصل عبر واتساب لحجز موعد استشارة.