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Just a short follow up, I’m glad you found my post of some interest but in terms of narrow angle glaucoma (acute glaucoma), this form of glaucoma is much less related to age than open angle glaucoma. In fact it is most commonly found in middle aged people (slightly more women than men). There is also probably less of an heredity factor although there is still a link. Not all glaucomas are the same so it is important for anyone with the condition to know which they have so that they can decide on which information and advice is appropriate for them. Most of the questions and answers on this list refer to open angle glaucoma, but there is no reason why we can’t find good answers to any questions about other forms. — David Wright MSAE Chief Executive, International Glaucoma Association IGA Web Site – http://www.iga.org.uk/home.htm While we are pleased to offer the above information, it is not possible for the International Glaucoma Association to advise on an individual patient’s eye condition or treatment as this has to be the role of their own doctor or eye specialist who knows the full details of their particular case. Any comments above should therefore viewed as general observations. ———- In article <PVPd4.1126$iy5.41…@typ12.deja.bcandid.com>, "Jaime – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -Raskulinecz" <jras…@compuserve.com> wrote: > Thanks for the reply.  I have it in both eyes actually, with some symptoms > in the right.  However, on exam the left eye appears to be a little worse. > Just came as something of a surprise since I have no family history of it > and am only 43. > David J Wright wrote in message <858flo$1s…@epos.tesco.net>… >>Laser iridotomy is the treatment of choice for narrow angle glaucoma, it is >>very effective and is usually carried out both in the affected eye and its >>fellow in order to prevent any future problems. The procedure is quick and >>usually done in an outpatient department. It is unlikely that there will be >>any significant pain, just a little soreness for a couple of days >>afterwards. >>Good luck and let us know how you get on. >>– >>David Wright MSAE >>Chief Executive, International Glaucoma Association >>IGA Web Site – http://www.iga.org.uk/home.htm >>While we are pleased to offer the above information, it is not possible for >>the International Glaucoma Association to advise on an individual patient’s >>eye condition or treatment as this has to be the role of their own doctor > or >>eye specialist who knows the full details of their particular case. Any >>comments above should therefore viewed as general observations. >>———- >>In article <Vsqd4.844$iy5.21…@typ12.deja.bcandid.com>, "Jaime > Raskulinecz" >><jras…@compuserve.com> wrote: >>> Has anyone with narrow angle glaucoma had this procedure done?  I’m going >>> for the first eye this Tuesday and would like to hear some experiences. > My >>> doc has given me pretty complete information but its always good to hear >>> from those who have been there. >>> Thanks in advance. >>> Jaime

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Has anyone with narrow angle glaucoma had this procedure done?  I’m going for the first eye this Tuesday and would like to hear some experiences.  My doc has given me pretty complete information but its always good to hear from those who have been there. Thanks in advance. Jaime

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Laser iridotomy is the treatment of choice for narrow angle glaucoma, it is very effective and is usually carried out both in the affected eye and its fellow in order to prevent any future problems. The procedure is quick and usually done in an outpatient department. It is unlikely that there will be any significant pain, just a little soreness for a couple of days afterwards. Good luck and let us know how you get on. — David Wright MSAE Chief Executive, International Glaucoma Association IGA Web Site – http://www.iga.org.uk/home.htm While we are pleased to offer the above information, it is not possible for the International Glaucoma Association to advise on an individual patient’s eye condition or treatment as this has to be the role of their own doctor or eye specialist who knows the full details of their particular case. Any comments above should therefore viewed as general observations. ———- In article <Vsqd4.844$iy5.21…@typ12.deja.bcandid.com>, "Jaime Raskulinecz" – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -<jras…@compuserve.com> wrote: > Has anyone with narrow angle glaucoma had this procedure done?  I’m going > for the first eye this Tuesday and would like to hear some experiences.  My > doc has given me pretty complete information but its always good to hear > from those who have been there. > Thanks in advance. > Jaime

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