glaucoma<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIn most cases, doctors prescribe specialist eye drops designed to reduce IOP. The doctor requires a monthly visit from the patient, or sometimes every second week, to check on their recovery. The eyedrops have an excellent track record of helping patients relieve IOP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, there are cases where patients don’t respond to the eyedrop therapy. If that’s the case, the doctor refers the patient to an ophthalmologist to take over the case. The ophthalmologist may arrange surgery to help relieve the symptoms of IOP in the affected individual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The patient requires follow-ups with their healthcare provider to ensure their IOP stays on course and continues to drop. After the patient reaches stable IOP, they don’t have to go for follow-ups as often. However, a bi-annual or annual checkup is mandatory for all patients, even in recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n