Low Vision Repair Through Glaucoma Treatment
Comprehensive Eye Care Center Serving Northeastern Pennsylvania Patients in Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, Hazelton, and Surrounding Areas in Lackawanna, Luzerne and Other Counties
The eye has its own pressure just like our blood, and this is referred to as intra-ocular pressure (IOP). When this IOP increases to dangerous levels, it can damage the optic nerve, which sends signals to the brain. This can result in decreased peripheral vision and eventually blindness if not treated early and properly.
Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the world and it affects an estimated 3 million Americans, causing blindness in over 120,000 individuals. Even if those with glaucoma do not become blind, their vision can be severely impaired.
Glaucoma Symptoms and Diagnosis
It is important to treat glaucoma in its early stages, when minimal damage has occurred. Sometimes, symptoms are difficult to gauge and can vary from pain, headaches, rainbow-colored halos around lights, nausea and vomiting, to loss of peripheral vision. The only way to ensure early diagnosis and treatment is to have yearly eye exams with an eye doctor.
View a simulation of the effects of glaucoma
NEI Glaucoma Specialists
NEI offers the services of experienced glaucoma sub-specialists including:
- Jerome W. Jordan, MD, FACS
- William J. Jordan, MD, FACS
- Mary J. Boland Frattali, MD, FACS
- Arthur J. Jordan Jr., DO
- William J. Jordan Jr., DO
- Thomas S. Boland, MD
- David A. DeRose, MD
- Stanley W. Boland, MD, FACS
- Michael W. Rosiecki, MD
Contact Northeastern Eye Institute today to schedule an eye exam and glaucoma screening or an appointment with one of our glaucoma specialists.
Call toll-free (800) 334-2233 or (570) 342-3145
