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Can Laser Surgery Help To Treat Angle Glaucoma?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...I was at the eye specialist today I have narrowing angle glaucoma
I am 41 and they are going to do laser surgery on my iris is this procedure going to fix the problem for good
I am 41 and they are going to do laser surgery on my iris is this procedure going to fix the problem for good
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I reviewed your history.
Laser procedure in the form of peripheral iridotomy is required in case of narrow angle glaucoma. This procedure will help in preventing the acute attack of glaucoma. Later you require regular follow up with your eye doctor.
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I reviewed your history.
Laser procedure in the form of peripheral iridotomy is required in case of narrow angle glaucoma. This procedure will help in preventing the acute attack of glaucoma. Later you require regular follow up with your eye doctor.
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