Glaucoma Treatment in Selah

Glaucoma Treatment in Selah

Don’t Let Glaucoma Rob You of Your Sight

(509) 697-2020

What Is Glaucoma?

Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness.

It's caused by fluid build-up and increased pressure within the eye that damages the optic nerve that progressively worsens your vision. This disease can cause severe, irreversible vision loss if left untreated.

In many cases, appropriate control and treatment can help prevent further damage to the eyes and protect your vision. Selah Vision Clinic offers several treatments to help address glaucoma. Learn more about the treatments we provide and contact us to schedule an appointment.

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The 2 Main Types of Glaucoma

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  • Open-angle glaucoma: the most common type. It is a lifelong condition that accounts for at least 90% of all glaucoma cases.
  • Angle-closure glaucoma: a rare form of the disease which requires immediate medical attention. It occurs when the angle is closed in many or most areas between the iris and cornea, which reduces fluid drainage and increases eye pressure.

Glaucoma: The Sneaky Thief of Sight

There is a reason glaucoma is called “the sneaky thief of sight”--half the people with glaucoma don’t even know they have it! Meaning, they may not have symptoms in the early stages.

At Selah Vision Clinic, we diagnose and help preserve your vision with cutting-edge glaucoma treatments that can slow the progression of the disease.

If you have a family history of glaucoma or have been diagnosed with glaucoma, contact us today.

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What are the Signs of Glaucoma?

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As mentioned earlier, glaucoma usually shows no symptoms in its early stages. When signs do manifest, it's usually loss of tunnel vision or peripheral vision. Unfortunately, by the time vision loss has occurred, it cannot be reversed.

That said, the less common angle-closure glaucoma does show a sudden onset of symptoms, including:

  • Extreme eye pain
  • Eye redness
  • Blurred vision
  • Nausea

If you experience any of these symptoms, seek prompt diagnosis and treatment by contacting Selah Vision Clinic in Selah or visiting your nearest emergency room.


Who's at Risk for Glaucoma?

  • Age 40 +

    The prevalence of glaucoma increases with age, with most glaucoma patients aged 40 and up. That said, there is a much rarer form of this disease (congenital glaucoma) that affects infants.

  • Family History & Ethnicity

    Your risk for developing glaucoma is higher if you have a family history of the disease. Those of African American, Hispanic, Asian and Native American, and Indigenous Canadian descent have a higher risk of developing this disease.

  • Other Conditions

    High myopia, hypertension and diabetes can increase the risk of developing glaucoma.

  • Eye Injury or Trauma

    An eye injury, trauma or eye surgery can increase the likelihood of developing glaucoma.


Common Glaucoma Treatments

There is currently no cure for glaucoma. However, several treatments are available to prevent the progression of this sight-robbing condition. With the right care, you have a higher chance of managing your glaucoma and preserving your vision.

Common treatments include:

Eye Drops

Your optometrist will prescribe eye drops to help regulate pressure inside the eye by decreasing fluid production and/or improving drainage.

Laser Surgery

If eye drops aren’t doing enough to reduce intraocular pressure or intraocular temperature in open-angle glaucoma, laser surgery may be an option. Selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) opens up the drainage system in the eye to reduce pressure.

SLT is successful in 80% of cases and can reduce eye pressure by 20%.

Other Surgeries

If a laser procedure or eye drops do not lower eye pressure to the desired level, your eye doctor may recommend one of the following surgeries:

  • Incision Surgery
  • Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS)
  • Glaucoma Drainage Implants

Glaucoma Testing Treatment FAQs

How does an eye doctor diagnose glaucoma?

Since glaucoma has no side effects early on, it is essential for people with a family history of risk factors for glaucoma to get tested. The following tests diagnose glaucoma:

  • Tonometry: measures the pressure inside the eye (intraocular pressure or IOP)
  • Ophthalmoscopy (dilated eye exam): examines the shape and color of the optic nerve
  • Perimetry: measures your field of vision
  • Gonioscopy: checks the angle where the iris meets the cornea
  • Pachymetry: determines the thickness of the cornea to better evaluate eye pressure.
What foods should you avoid if you have glaucoma?

The following are the foods every glaucoma patient should consider avoiding immediately. It should help keep your optic nerve healthy and minimize eye pressure.

  • Caffeine - certain studies show that caffeine contributes to increased intraocular pressure.
  • Saturated fats - a diet high in saturated fats can lead to weight gain, which not only increases intraocular pressure but also cholesterol levels.
  • Trans fats - try to limit your consumption of trans fats because they can also raise cholesterol levels
  • Salt - make sure to consume salt sparingly, as increased blood pressure can indirectly lead to intraocular pressure.
What percentage of glaucoma patients go blind?

About 60% of patients diagnosed with glaucoma will eventually lose some vision.

However, the rate of legal blindness among glaucoma patients is 5%. Getting effective treatment early on will greatly increase your ability to preserve and maximize your vision.

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- Nov. 08, 2024
Great customer service from start to finish!
- Nov. 06, 2024
Always great to do business with. Always professional and knowledgeable and friendly!!
- Oct. 10, 2024
Great professional and friendly staff
- Aug. 17, 2024
Clean, great experience everyone were very friendly.
- May. 29, 2024
amazing staff who are there for your best interest. amazing customer service. i was there for contac... t evaluation and glasses prescription and they made sure i understood every step of the way and i was comfortable. the optometrist was super duper helpful and helped me get the best deal i could with my insurance. front desk was super duper helpful. probably the best experience i've had in a long time! 10/10 recommend!!
- Mar. 03, 2024
Great staff and awesome customer service
- Feb. 09, 2024
Where shall I start !!! was nervous at first since it’s my first visit, the energy of the staff is... comforting , the cleanliness of the office and the utilization of space is brilliant, the front desk ladies are friendly and polite second to none. Dr McMullen very knowledgeable and down to earth and very patient and open to any questions. It was Blessing to do business with that clinic. Highly highly recommended.
- Jan. 03, 2024
I can see myself going back.
- Feb. 10, 2023
Very Friendly staff !! Dr.McMullin was Awesome!!
- Dec. 04, 2022
Hands down the best place to go. Great customer service. People know my name.
- May. 21, 2022
Excellent customer service!! The staff is always wonderful! Alison was amazing!! Very knowledgeable ... and helpful!
- Nov. 04, 2021
Best clinic with amazing staff. A model for good old fashioned customer service. I was a new patient... and they were able to get me in for an emergency visit, the same day, right before closing. They made me feel very comfortable and helped me calm down. The lady who brought me back, Kayla, and Dr Mcmillen were very caring and compassionate towards me at both my initial emergency visit and my follow up. They were all so patient with me, as I had a very difficult time keeping my eye open for them. Thank you! GOD BLESS YOU ALL!
- Oct. 25, 2021
Everyone is super friendly and nice. They care about your time and make sure that when its your time... , they focus on you!
- Jun. 17, 2021
I found Selah Vision Clinic to be very professional. I needed non prescription sunglasses and my ins... urance covers them. They knew exactly how to handle this, most clinics struggle with this. I was helped while choosing sunglasses that met my needs. They are definitely worth my drive, 1.5 hours. I will have all my vision concerns addressed here. Thank you, Selah Vision!
- Jun. 17, 2020
One of the best places to go for glasses. I went for about two years while attending college in Elle... nsburg. Highly recommend there services to anyone. Keep up the great work.
- Jun. 09, 2020
This office is amazing!! I was having issues with my husband's insurance and they were able to get e... verything fixed for me. My daughter and I are both love coming and Dr. Mower is great!!
- May. 30, 2020
I absolutely love this place. My experience has always been a positive one from the Doctor to all of... his staff. Their customer service is exceptional. They went above and beyond to assist me with a pair of glasses I was unhappy with. I cant say enough good things about Selah Vision Clinic. I would be the first to recommend this clinic to anyone who wants amazing Care. I wont be going anywhere else.
- Jan. 31, 2020
I drive many miles out of my way just to go to this eye clinic! It is hands down the best customer ... service within 100 miles! The office staff, from the first call to the last, has the most competent management I have seen in many years. Trust me, you can't go wrong!!!!
- Mar. 23, 2019
I love Dr. Mower. He really cares about his patients and makes going to the eye doctor fun! I highly... recommend Selah Vision Clinic!
- Aug. 28, 2018
The staff is wonderful and have addressed all concerns I have had with my vision as well as my child... ren. They are always friendly!

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Glaucoma Diagnosis & Treatment in Selah

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Don’t lose sight of your future.

With early detection and treatment, glaucoma can be controlled.

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