Glaucoma

Glaucoma is a serious and painful eye condition characterized by dangerously high fluid pressure within the eyeball. This increased pressure damages the optic nerve, which transmits visual information from the eye to the brain, and can quickly lead to irreversible blindness if not treated as an emergency. There are two main types: primary glaucoma, which is often inherited in certain breeds, and secondary glaucoma, which results from another eye disease like inflammation or a tumor. Symptoms can appear suddenly, and immediate veterinary attention is critical. Treatment often involves medication to reduce eye pressure, and sometimes surgery is necessary to preserve vision or alleviate pain.