Clumsiness may be sign of glaucoma, doctor saysBy Lo Pi and Fion Khan / Staff reporter, with staff writerPeople who frequently bump into door frames or table corners, or struggle to find items right next to them, should be aware that such minor mishaps could be signs of glaucoma, a doctor said. Glaucoma is a progressive optic neuropathy, with elevated intraocular pressure being a primary risk factor, he said. Factors such as high myopia, overuse of the eyes and using smartphones in the dark before sleep can increase eye pressure, he said. The treatment uses specific laser energy to regulate the production and outflow of aqueous humor to reduce eye pressure, Lu said, adding that continued monitoring of intraocular pressure is necessary. What makes glaucoma particularly dangerous is that it can worsen without obvious symptoms, he said.

Source: Taipei Times April 04, 2026 03:46 UTC