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Does cpap increase intraocular pressure (iop)? there are studies that say that it increases the eye pressure in addition to iop increases caused by sleep apnea. can you develop eye problems like glaucoma from cpap? would appreciate clarification?
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You are correct both can make glaucoma worse as they increase the pressure individually and together
Answered 1/19/2023
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