Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
What is congenital glaucoma?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
From birth: Glaucoma is a condition where there is increased pressure in the eye. If it is not treated it can cause a loss of vision. Glaucoma usually occurs in people as they get older. Congenital glaucoma means that you were born with the condition.
Answered 6/23/2020
6.4k views
Thank
At birth: Inherited glaucoma present at birth due to a developmental problem with the drain of the eye, typically presenting with tearing, light sensitivity, and eyelid spasms.
Answered 8/11/2012
6.3k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
I've been taking Dorzolamide and Latanoprost for congenital glaucoma for 12 years, will I be on these eye drops the rest of my life?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
Can you live a productive life if you have congenital glaucoma?
Please let me know if there is any cure for congenital glaucoma by birth?
My father had normal tension glaucoma. Is it possible for me to have congenital glaucoma? (i'm 30 years old)
I have congenital glaucoma open angle what are the chances for my future kids to have it if 1-iget married to my relative . 2-if not to my relative
I have congenital glaucoma, is it safe for me to take Trazodone for my insomnia?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
