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Is there any way to keep eye pressure down naturally?
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Yes: Diuretics (caffeine, alcohol) , massage, but these offer only brief/temporary relief.
Answered 4/7/2013
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No: There are no natural treatments to lower the intraocular pressure. Elevated pressures should be evaluated by your eyecare professional to see if treatment is indicated.
Answered 9/14/2014
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