Cataracts and Glaucoma: Key Concepts and Treatments

What is the primary cause of lens opacity in cataracts?

• Lens overhydration

• Excessive exposure to sunlight

• Genetic predisposition

• Protein deterioration and clumping

What is the main risk factor for developing cataracts?

• Frequent use of sunglasses

• High blood pressure

• Aging

• Lack of vitamin D

What is the primary treatment for cataracts?

• Use of eye drops

• Laser eye surgery

• Prescription glasses

• Surgical removal of the cataract

Which of the following is NOT a post-cataract surgery recommendation?

• Using prescribed eye drops

• Wearing dark sunglasses outdoors

• Lifting weights over 10 pounds

• Avoiding bending at the waist

How long does it typically take to achieve the best vision after cataract surgery?

• 1-2 weeks

• Immediately after surgery

• 2-3 months

• 4-6 weeks

What distinguishes open angle glaucoma from closed angle glaucoma?

• The effectiveness of eye drops

• The speed of intraocular pressure increase

• The color of the iris

• The presence of eye pain

What symptom is unique to closed angle glaucoma?

• Loss of peripheral vision

• Severe eye pain

• Mild aching in the eyes

• Blurred vision

Which medication is specifically mentioned as beneficial for closed angle glaucoma?

• Brimonidine

• Timolol

• Mannitol

• Acetazolamide

What is the normal range of intraocular pressure (IOP)?

• 5-15 MMHG

• 10-21 MMHG

• 22-30 MMHG

• 30-40 MMHG

Which eye drop is NOT mentioned as a treatment for glaucoma?

• Travoprost

• Mannitol

• Timolol

• Acetazolamide