Glaucoma Treatment in Malad, Mumbai
Glaucoma is often called the 'silent thief of sight' — it damages the optic nerve so gradually that most patients notice nothing until significant, irreversible vision loss has already occurred. It is one of the leading causes of permanent blindness worldwide, and the cruellest part is that early glaucoma is completely symptom-free.
At Sentra Clinic, Malad, we screen for glaucoma as part of every comprehensive eye checkup, and offer the full spectrum of modern treatment — from eye drops to laser to surgery — to preserve the vision you have for life.
📞 Family history of glaucoma or over 40? Book your glaucoma screening this week.
What Is Glaucoma?
Glaucoma is a group of conditions that damage the optic nerve, usually — but not always — linked to raised pressure inside the eye. Once optic nerve fibres are lost, they cannot be restored; treatment can only preserve what remains. This is why early detection, not cure, is the entire goal of glaucoma care.
Why Glaucoma Goes Unnoticed
Glaucoma first affects peripheral (side) vision, while central vision — the part we actually notice — stays sharp until very late. Both eyes usually work together to mask the loss further. By the time a patient notices blurred or missing vision, 40% or more of the optic nerve may already be damaged. Regular pressure checks are the only reliable way to catch it in time.
Who Is at Higher Risk?
Family History
Having a parent or sibling with glaucoma raises your own risk significantly.
Age Over 40
Risk rises steadily with age — annual pressure checks become essential.
High Minus/Plus Power
Very high myopia or hyperopia is linked to elevated glaucoma risk.
Diabetes & BP
Both conditions are associated with higher glaucoma risk.
Long-Term Steroid Use
Prolonged steroid drops or tablets can raise eye pressure.
Past Eye Injury
Previous trauma to the eye is a recognised risk factor.
How We Diagnose Glaucoma
- Eye Pressure (Tonometry): a quick, painless reading of internal eye pressure.
- Optic Nerve Examination: the doctor examines the nerve head directly for characteristic changes.
- OCT Scan: imaging measures the nerve fibre layer with precision, spotting damage before it's visible on examination alone.
- Visual Field Test (Perimetry): maps your peripheral vision to detect early field loss.
Treatment Options at Sentra Clinic
Eye Drops
The first-line treatment for most patients — lowers eye pressure daily; must be used exactly as prescribed, lifelong.
Laser Treatment (SLT/PI)
A quick, effective outpatient procedure that lowers pressure or opens blocked drainage angles.
Surgery (Trabeculectomy/MIGS)
For advanced or drop-resistant cases, surgery creates a new drainage pathway to control pressure.
Lifelong Monitoring
Glaucoma is managed, not cured — regular follow-up is what keeps vision stable for decades.
📞 Vision lost to glaucoma cannot be restored — but it can be stopped from progressing further. Book your screening today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can glaucoma be cured?
No — vision already lost cannot be restored, but modern treatment (drops, laser or surgery) can control eye pressure and stop further damage for life, if diagnosed early and monitored consistently.
Is glaucoma hereditary?
Yes, having a close family member with glaucoma significantly raises your own risk. If a parent or sibling has glaucoma, we recommend annual screening from age 35–40 onward.
Does high eye pressure always mean glaucoma?
Not necessarily — some people have higher pressure with no nerve damage (ocular hypertension), and a smaller group develops glaucoma at normal pressure. This is why we combine pressure checks with optic nerve and OCT evaluation.
How often should I get screened?
Every diabetic, everyone with a family history of glaucoma, and everyone over 40 should have annual eye pressure and optic nerve checks — even with perfect vision.
