What are the signs of acute narrow angle glaucoma?
Narrow angle glaucoma is usually very painful because of the sudden increase in pressure inside the eye. In some cases, when the drainage angle is only partially or temporarily blocked, there can be warning attacks such as blurry vision and the appearance of colored halos around lights. Warning attacks can also include severe pain and redness. If the drainage angle is completely blocked, an acute attack will almost certainly develop. The symptoms of an acute attack are more severe and can be totally disabling. They include severe pain, often accompanied by nausea and vomiting. An acute attack should always be treated as a medical emergency. If the symptoms occur, call your eye doctor at once, or go to the emergency room if you are unable to contact your physician. Vision may be preserved or serious damage may be avoided by prompt treatment.
