Cause of Ocular Hypertension

Ocular hypertension, an elevated level of inter-eye pressure, exhibits no outward sign. By itself, ocular hypertension does not cause any vision loss or optic nerve damage. However, ocular hypertension does increase the risk of developing glaucoma, a more serious eye disease that can lead to blindness.

Doctors are not sure what exactly causes ocular hypertension. While some people may just have more pressure in their eyes than others, there are some personal characteristics that may make one more vulnerable to ocular hypertension. And although anyone can develop ocular hypertension, it is more common in African Americans, people over 40, those with a family history of ocular hypertension or glaucoma, diabetics or highly nearsighted people.

Other ocular hypertension causes include excessive aqueous fluid production or inadequate eye drainage, steroid use and eye trauma.

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