Incidence of glaucoma in patients using topical steroids eye drops| International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology

Incidence of Glaucoma in Patients Using Topical Steroids Eye Drops

Authors : Madhumithaa Natarajan, Dr. Bindu Bhaskaran

Volume/Issue : Volume 4 - 2019, Issue 10 - October

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Abstract : Topical corticosteroids are used as antiinflammatory agents for treating ocular conditions. Excessive unmonitored use of steroids results in undesirable side effects which include cataract and glaucoma [4]. This article describes the incidence of glaucoma in patients using topical corticosteroids over a period of few weeks.

Keywords : Glaucoma, Topical Steroids, Intraocular Pressure, Inflammation.

Topical corticosteroids are used as antiinflammatory agents for treating ocular conditions. Excessive unmonitored use of steroids results in undesirable side effects which include cataract and glaucoma [4]. This article describes the incidence of glaucoma in patients using topical corticosteroids over a period of few weeks.

Keywords : Glaucoma, Topical Steroids, Intraocular Pressure, Inflammation.