Glaucoma Management
Protecting your sight from the silent thief. Dr. Mahmoud Said provides comprehensive, long-term glaucoma management in Cairo to control eye pressure and preserve your optic nerve health.
Early Detection is Key to Lifelong Vision
Glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible blindness, but with early diagnosis and consistent management, vision loss can be slowed or prevented.
Early, Silent Damage
Glaucoma often has no symptoms in its early stages, slowly damaging the optic nerve without you noticing.
Preserving Peripheral Vision
The primary goal of treatment is to lower eye pressure to protect your peripheral (side) vision from gradual loss.
Lifelong Management
Glaucoma is a chronic condition that requires a lifelong partnership with your doctor to monitor and manage effectively.
Personalized Pressure Control
Every patient has a unique "target pressure." We tailor treatment to achieve the ideal pressure for your specific needs.
Our Approach to Glaucoma Care
We use a systematic, evidence-based approach to manage your glaucoma and protect your sight.
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Accurate Diagnosis & Staging
We use advanced tests including eye pressure measurement, visual field testing, and optic nerve imaging (OCT) to confirm diagnosis and determine the stage of the disease.
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Setting a Target Pressure
Based on your level of damage, Dr. Said will establish a personalized target eye pressure range needed to slow or stop further progression.
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Medication & Laser Therapy
Treatment often begins with prescription eye drops. We may also recommend Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT), a safe and effective laser procedure to improve fluid drainage.
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Surgical Options & Follow-up
For more advanced cases, we offer surgical options like MIGS (Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery). Consistent follow-up is crucial to monitor your condition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve, which connects the eye to the brain. It's usually caused by high pressure inside the eye (intraocular pressure) and can lead to gradual, irreversible vision loss if left untreated.
Currently, there is no cure for glaucoma, and vision lost from the disease cannot be restored. However, with early detection and consistent treatment, we can control the disease and prevent further vision loss, allowing you to maintain your sight for a lifetime.
While glaucoma is a serious condition, blindness is not inevitable. The vast majority of patients who adhere to their prescribed treatment plan and attend regular follow-up appointments are able to control their glaucoma and maintain useful vision throughout their lives.
For many patients, daily eye drops are the primary method of managing glaucoma long-term. However, other options like laser therapy (SLT) or surgical procedures can reduce or sometimes eliminate the need for drops. Dr. Said will discuss the best approach for you.