10 Different Types of Glaucoma And How To Identify Each One

8. Traumatic Glaucoma

As the name suggests, traumatic glaucoma results from an injury; whether the injury causes a bruise or one that goes directly into the eye. When struck by a blunt object, the fluid is forced to the front of the eye and gets into the bloodstream. Further damage creates the pressure causing glaucoma. Similarly, blood from an injury with a sharp object causes an increase in pressure and optic nerve damage. This type can occur immediately or over a period of time.

7. Exfoliative Glaucoma

This type of glaucoma is also caused when the drainage canals are clogged, but in exfoliative glaucoma, the blockage is from an excess of protein in the system. It is an open-angle type of the disease and is characterized by higher pressures than other forms. This type progresses quickly and is normally treated aggressively with laser or incisional surgery. It is often diagnosed with a dilated eye exam, which is recommended for people over forty years old.