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Question by sergio
Submitted on 1/30/2004
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Is an intraocular pressure of 20 mmHg normal?
Why do some specialists advise a therapy that regulates the pressure by using eye drops (eg Xalatan) where as others advise that this is unecessary and suggest no treatment but have yearly check-ups? What are the risks of not treating this as suggested versus taking the drops? Are there any adverse effects of using Xalatan and/or are there any other alternatives?  



Answer by Reggie
Submitted on 8/28/2005
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It depends on the risk factor of the patient.

 

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