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Need docs answers! what eye drops can be used for glaucoma?

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Many types: In glaucoma, the internal eye pressure of the eye is elevated beyond the ability of the back of the eye to withstand it. There are 4 different categories of eyedrops to approach this. Some inhibit inflow of fluid into the eye; others increase outflow. Most work well but laser treatment and surgery is available as a next step.

Answered 1/13/2014

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