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Glaucoma
by pj22, Aug 13, 2008 09:36AM
Can hydrocephalus cause glaucoma? I am 54 and was diagnosed with hydrocephalus in spring of "07. I had a third ventriculostomy in August. I still suffer from headaches, vertigo and nausea. I did not have glaucoma last year at this time, but have now developd it in my left eye.
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Glaucoma is a disease characterized by high intraocular pressures resulting in damage to the optic nerve. The high pressure can be caused by inadequate drainage of fluid inside the eye (like angle closure glaucoma) or excess fluid production. Inadequacy of drainage can also result from increased over-all venous pressure in the veins of the head and neck.
From this mechanism, it may seem possible to connect hydrocephalus with glaucoma, with the high intracranial pressure translating to increased venous pressure. However, this is just a theory and I believe the management for your glaucoma will be separate from that of your hydrocephalus.
Regards.