Types of Glaucoma
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There are several type of glaucoma, each has its own ways of treatment
The natural flow of fluid inside our eyes is coming from behind the pupil, and it circulates to be drained mostly in angle in the front of the eye and then through smaller channels to outside the eye
THERE ARE TWO MAIN SUB-GROUPS OF PRIMARY GLAUCOMA:
1- Open Angle GLaucoma
Despite the angle of the eye being
wide and open, the tiny microscopic drainage channels
outside the angle are blocked. This leads to what we call open angle glaucoma,
which is a slowly progressive condition, and because it is a
slow process, it can often be missed, This is what we call
“the silent thief of sight”
2- angle closure glaucoma
(also known as closed angle glaucoma): occurs more rapidly when the flow of fluid inside the eye cannot pass through the
narrow angle in the front of the eye, where drainage usually
occurs, causing a rapid rise in pressure inside the eye.
THERE ARE OTHER 2 ENTITIES WITH SOME RESEMBLANCE TO GLAUCOMA
Ocular hypertension occurs when the pressure of the eye is repeatedly measured as being high, and yet the eye displays no signs of glaucoma damage.
Normal tension glaucoma (normal pressure glaucoma) is the opposite, where the nerve at the back of the eye shows signs of glaucoma damage and yet the pressure is always recorded as being within normal limits.
THERE ARE SOME EYE DISEASES WHICH CAN RESULT IN SECONDARY GLAUCOMA
Among these are eye inflammatioon, the growth of new vessels inside the eye, which may occur in connection with diabetes or after vascular occlusions at the back of the eye
CONGENITAL GLAUCOMA
In some rather rare instances, glaucoma can occur in young infants. This is called congenital glaucoma and can be inherited. This type of glaucoma can be devastating if not diagnosed and operated early enough.
Depending on the type and severity of the glaucoma, Dr Ahmad Khalil may recommend eye drops, glaucoma laser eye surgery or conventional glaucoma surgery as the best option for you. Dr Khalil almost always performs his glaucoma treatments under local anaesthetic and whichever option he recommends, the objective will be the same: to reduce the pressure causing the glaucoma and preserve the vision in your eye as safely and painlessly as possible
Testimonials
What our patients say
Messages from some of Dr Khalil Eye Clinic friends, who had their eye operations done by Dr Khalil
I wish to convey my most sincere gratitude for the opportunity to have you perform my Lasik procedure. I could not have imagined any better care, patience and understanding, pre and post surgery, than that which I received from your team. I am thrilled with my eye sight. My friends here are amazed at my lasik story and I have found that I can see more clearly than they!!!
It is surely an apprehensive feeling when one decides for LASIK. I went through the same lately but after meeting Dr. Ahmed Khalil I knew I was in safe hands. My surgery was performed last week and today I sit infront of my laptop thanking Allah and Dr. Khalil for giving me such clear vision. Anyone out there thinking for LASIK should not think twice for choosing Dr. Ahmed Khalil, as eyes are a vital organ and deserve only the best. Thanks again ..... You are not only a great doctor but a great human being too
My name is Cedric Mouroux, I am from France... I had a myopia and a very strong astigmatism (-5.75 and -5.25),
I can really recommend Dr Khalil, he did an amazing work on my eyes and really changed my life, I wasn’t expecting such great results and my only regret is that I should have done it before! Thank you so much Doctor for what you did to me, and I am so glad I trusted you for this operation.
..Je peux vraiment recommander le Dr Khalil, il a fait une opération sur mes yeux parfaite et a vraiment change ma vie, je ne m’attendais pas a de tels résultats et je regrette juste de ne pas l’avoir fait plus tôt ! Merci beaucoup Docteur pour ce que vous avez fait pour moi et je suis vraiment content de vous avoir fait confiance pour cette opération très importante pour moi.
I want to thank you for being God's hand in giving me back my sight, such a bless that is worth a fortune. I can’t find words to express my gratitude and gratefulness. The procedure was a piece of cake, it was a painless journey that I feared so much until I was only comforted by your confident and calm voice explaining every step and making it so much easier. Your care about details is exceptional.
For my birthday,August 2010 i wanted perfect vision,little did i know my dream would come true. Laser eye surgery works like a charm! Its the best decision i ever made and the best birthday gift ever! I can see clearly now, it seems like a whole new world. I was scared and wary at first but the minute i met Dr. Khalil, all my fears were gone with the wind.
The procedure took about 15 minutes. There was no pain whatsoever. In fact the process was quite psychedelic and a bit like going into space and back again. For a few hours after the treatment, vision is blurred as the eyes readjust. But the benefits are soon realised with more improvements the following day.
My name is Aseel Rasul, an Iraqi living in Denmark, I can not but give my deep gratitude and appreciation to the angel of mercy, who did my LASIK vision correction operation. I was scared as I had never had any operation before. The calm and clever Dr Ahmad Khalil has made me say good bye to the use of glasses and contact lenses and all their inconveniences.
لمدة 21 عاماً عانيت خلالها من أرتداء النظاره بشكل متواصل لأننى لا أستطيع التركيز من غيرها وأحمد الله كثيراً على أننى أجريت عملية الليزك على يد أحد أكبر أساتذة فى العالم وهو الدكتور / أحمد خليل طبيب العيون القدير فالشكر لله أولاً ثم للدكتور أحمد على عنايته الفائقه بكل مرضاه وشرحه الوافى لكل خطوات العمليه . أستطيع الأن ممارسة حياتى بشكل طبيعى وخصوصاً اللعب مع أطفالى بكل سهوله ويسر دون الخوف عليهم من أصابتهم من نظارتى
I was really impressed with the personal and caring approach, from my initial consultation, through the Lasik surgery, and afterwards during follow-up checks from Dr. Khalil. Based upon my own experience I would definitely recommend Dr. Khalil’s clinic to anyone who is considering LASIK treatment and is concerned about getting a high quality service and personal approach.
It is a marvel that I can open my eyes in the morning and see clearly straight away without looking for my glasses. Diving is easier without a fear of losing my contact lens which has happened to me before. I can take my mask off underwater and open my eyes without any worries. It has definitely changed my life and make everyday living much easier. I have been recommending this operation to my friends.....
To distinguished Genius, Prof Dr Ahmad Khalil:
Please accept my sincere thanks for your proper medical care of my condition. I came to you with diabetic eye disease, cataracts, and glaucoma.... because of your distinguished care of my condition, my chronic diseases is controlled, and thanks to your dextrous hands, you performed my cataract operations, and I could resume my favourite hobby of reading, and go back to driving....your total care of my eye conditions
I would like to thank DR. Ahmed for the amazing treatment while doing my surgery . you are the most trustful doctor one can ever meet . I can't find words to describe how much you were caring , patient and helpful. I was so reassured and secure because I know that I am in your hands. the best decision I have ever taken is to make the surgery with you, thank to God and you Dr, Ahmed I can see clearly now. you are a great doctor. May God bless you
We would like to express our genuine gratitude for your dedication to our daughter's case. We thought we'd share our experience here if you don't mind.
Our daughter, Zeina was diagnosed with Primary Congenital Glaucoma. We did lots of research and Dr. Ahmed was the most recommended to us. He was honest, direct and..
I would like to say thank you very very much to Dr. You are very professional . I saw many Dr. But I decided to make operation wz you cos you explain well made I feel comfortable and trust you. Now my eyes became wonderful
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