Different: Papilledema appears as nerve swelling that is due to increased pressure in the brain. It is an exam finding, whereas glaucoma is a disease of the nerve.
Answered 11/27/2017
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Optic nerve: They are both diseases of the optic nerve. Papilledema means of optic nerve is swollen from high pressure in the brain and there are usually other symptoms like headache, nausea, ringing in the ears. Glaucoma is a silent progressive deterioration of the optic nerve where eye pressure is elevated. Can be screened for glaucoma in the eye doctor's office by checking eye pressure, peripheral visio.
Answered 10/17/2017
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