Causes of secondary glaucoma

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Secondary glaucoma, as a glaucoma caused by specific diseases or factors, has a variety of causes, as follows:

Causes of secondary glaucoma

First, increased intraocular pressure is one of the main causes, such as diabetes, blood circulation diseases, etc. may lead to increased intraocular pressure.

Second, eye chamber effusion is also a common cause, such as conjunctivitis, keratitis and other diseases may cause effusion. Moreover, eye vascular abnormalities, such as arteriosclerosis, hypertension, etc., may also induce secondary glaucoma.

In addition, long-term use of certain drugs, such as steroids, growth hormones, etc., may also lead to secondary glaucoma.

In summary, the causes of secondary glaucoma are complex and diverse, and corresponding treatment measures need to be taken for specific causes.



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