Regular eye examinations by your ophthalmologist are the best way to detect glaucoma. Glaucoma is detected through a comprehensive eye exam.Tests (http://eyemag.in/kj5BUA) performed to detect glaucoma vary for each person, and might need to be repeated on a regular basis. Dr. Cartwright might order following tests to determine if glaucoma is present:
• Tonometry – measuring your intraocular pressure
• Gonioscopy – inspecting the drainage angle of your eye
• Ophthalmoscopy – evaluate any optic nerve damage
• Perimetry – test the visual field of each eye
Regular exams by Dr. Cartwright are the best way to detect glaucoma. Recommended intervals for eye exams are:
• before age 40 – every 2 to 4 years
• from age 40 to age 54 – every 1 to 3 years
• from age 55 to 64 – every 1 to 2 years
• after age 65 – every 6 to 12 months
Anyone with high risk factors should be tested every year or two after age 35.