Pathophysiology

The Merck Manual for Healthcare Professional. Approach to the Patient With Ear Problems - Approach to the Patient With Nasal and Pharyngeal Symptoms

The Merck Manual for Healthcare Professional. Approach to the Ophthalmologic Patient - Symptoms of Ophthalmologic Disorders - Disorders

MedlinePlus. A service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Overviews - Latest News - Diagnosis/Symptoms - Treatment - Prevention/Screening - Nutrition - Specific Conditions - Related Issues

MedlinePlus. A service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Diagnosis/Symptoms - Treatment - Prevention/Screening - Alternative Therapy - Specific Conditions - Related Issues

Medical College of Wisconson. Department of Ophthalmology Case Studies.

The Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Center for Continuing Education.
What is it? - Symptoms - How is it treated?

Untreated glaucoma results in irreversible damage to the optic nerve and is the third leading cause of blindness. Treatments include medications and surgery. Age, race, and family history are risk factors.