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If I can secure a prescription from my doctor I would like to join with other self-tonometry participants.

I think I understand the information that participants are responsible to gather and submit.

What are the steps I need to take to become involved?  Assuming I can get a prescription.

Thank you,

Judy

Attached is an interesting study regarding "Astaxanthin" in the neuro protection of retinal cells (which could have implications for glaucoma). This was forwarded to me by a fiteyes member. A little research shows that there are some micro algae based supplements for obtaining this - In light of modern toxins, I am a little hesitant with consuming the amount of seafood that is probably necessary for getting this naturally in the diet.

Looking for feedback.

I had trabeculectomies done on both eyes (2 weeks apart) about 5 months ago.  My surgery was a success according to the surgeon (no infection,  IOP 10).  The only problem is that I am now left with very severe astigmatism (3.75 in one eye, 5.75 in the other).  My opthamoligist seems clueless (i am looking for a new one).  I have heard that this clears up with time but that is not my experience so far.  Any feedback, suggestions would be appreciated.

Here is a very interesting discussion which took place on the Fiteyes google newsgroup. The actual title was "glaucoma, emotions and stress as major factors for NTG."

 Am currently reading the book "Born to Run" - http://www.amazon.com/Born-Run-Hidden-Superathletes-Greatest/dp/0307266303. 

This book mentions chia seeds eaten by Mexico's ancient running tribe to increase strength. They seem to be a good source of Omega 3 and other vitamins. Does anyone have any first hand experience with this? 

I got a pack today from Wegmans - just made a drink - its called Chia Fresca. Instructions here

I have been using Xalatan for the last 10 years and the mail order sent me Latanoprost instead of Xalatan. I requested Xalatan when I ordered but the sent me Latanoprost (made by Apotex corp.  I wonder if the generic version is as good as Xalatan?  Has anyone here compared it.  I have had zero problems with xalatan.

i can't really prove it but i think that since eating thryoids regularly i have moved out of the danger sphere!

“ In Graves disease, IOP may be raised as a result of contraction of the extraocular muscles against intraorbital adhesions or orbital congestion due to increased tissue volumes. In the case of hypothyroidism, excessive mucopolysaccharide accumulation within the trabecular meshwork acts like a surfactant, sticking together adjacent endothelial membranes. ”  

http://www.medscape.org/viewarticle/582123

Hello,

My mother has had glaucoma for several years now, unfortunately detected in an already advanced state (current vision loss of about 75%).

Her doctor has tryed a number of different drops over the years, but average iop has never dropped below 19-21 (it varies from one visit to the next). She is followed by our oftalmologist every 60 days.

Her  medications are azopt in the morning, duotrav in the afternoon and xalacom at night.

I have yet to see anything onlline that speaks to those of us who may have borderline glaucoma and effective treatment to slow its progression. What am I missing??, so after my 3rd visual field test I'm waiting for the doc to call me back after he reviews previous visual field tests.

Value of low-target IOP in glaucoma patients open to question

http://www.eurotimes.org/08october/Valueoflow.pdf

...Having been diagnosed with glaucoma 2 years ago, only recently I started to to follow ayurvedic health practices to improve generally an aggravated pita/vata condition which is mainly responsible for neurological and vision problems, among others. After just a week of feet and head massage with ghee and using ghee drops in eyes and nose, I already notice general improvement not only in my eye pressure but also in terms of general well being, calmness and softness in the eyes...

 Hi

I'm a pharmacy student, and has gotten a task of doing a presentation about vitamin C eye drops. After some internet searching, I've found that the use of it is for glaucoma, but finding any other information is not too easy. It has been helpfull looking a little around here, though.

What I want to ask is if anyone can give me examples of actual eye drops containing vitamin C? We are supposed to "make" these ourselves, but also compare our "product" to existing products on the market. I think maybe you here on this web page are the best resource I might find.

Is anyone familiar with a device capable of monitoring blood pressure during sleep? I'm looking for such a thing.

Dear All,

I am 53 year old woman and I was underwent to a surgery. Some kind of valve was put in my eye because in my right eye the eye pressure was very high - 48 :(

Now I use drops additionally to be able to control it. I would like to ask if it is recommended to use a tonometer (still do not have such) and does it work in my case?

BR

Silviq

I decided to test out my theory re: calcium and magnesium and I can say with certainty if I take a calcium supplement prior to bed, my IOP will spike the next morning.  

Going on the theory that calcium and magnesium act as opposites in the body, I have been taking magnesium supplements prior to bed. 

I am using Peter Gillham's Natural Calm.  He offers products with calcium and magnesium blended as well as magnesium alone. 

Has anyone tried a 10% solution of vitamin c to use as drops?

Tanya: tanya3x3@yahoo.com

I understand that one can get a solution of 10% vitamin c plus some other ingredients from a compound pharmacy to reduce the iop. Has anyone tried that? if one has self-tonometer, then it would be easy to test the iop before and after the vitamin c drops. What are your thoughts?

Tanya

tanya3x3@yahoo.com

Can you please explain or give some information on the damage rate of glaucoma over a span of time ?

For eg:- if today my loss is 70% and if i maintain my IOP below 20 or even below 15, how much time will it take for the damage to go to 75%.

i mean i want to know that if i control my IOP how long can i save my eyesight, just a general idea, exact figure not necessary.

I am posting this from the Fiteyes google group.

Lita wrote,

(I am posting an exerpt to link because medscape requires a login)

 http://cme.medscape.com/viewarticle/587626:

Are there vascular risk factors for glaucoma, such as vascular disease, hypertension, vasospasm, and ocular perfusion pressure (OPP, the difference between systolic, diastolic, or mean arterial blood pressure and ocular pressure)?