Angle-Closure Glaucoma Diagnosis
How will your doctor diagnose you with this condition? Learn about the tests, exams, processes, and other information relating to the diagnosis of Angle-Closure Glaucoma below.
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How to Diagnose Angle-Closure Glaucoma
Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history, and perform a physical exam.
Tests may include the following:
- Eye exam
- Tonometry -to determine intraocular pressure
- Slit lamp examination-the use of a low-power microscope combined with a high-intensity light source, allows a narrow beam that can be focused to examine the front of the eye
- Gonioscopy-the use of a special mirror to view the drainage angle of the eye
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