"A rare form of glaucoma characterized by underdevelopment of the anterior chamber angle during fetal development" - IGA

Signs & Symptoms

~Corneal edema & haze

~Nausea or headaches

~Light sensitivity (photophobia)

~Excessive blinking (blepharospasm)

~Crossed or out-turned eyes (strabismus)

~Ocular enlargement (buphthalmos)

~Excessive tearing (epiphora)

~Decreased vision (amblyopia)

If your child exhibits these symptoms please see a qualified ophthalmologist as soon as possible. When childhood glaucoma is not recognized and treated promptly more permanent visual loss can result.

Types of Childhood Glaucoma

~Congenital Glaucoma

~Developmental Glaucoma

~Infantile Glaucoma

~Juvenile Glaucoma

~Pediatric Glaucoma

~Secondary Congenital Glaucoma

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Childhood Glaucoma is frequently associated with other conditions. Find others members with your condition by clicking the links below.

~Axenfeld-Rieger Syndrome

~Congenital Cataracts

~Peter's Anomaly

~Sturge Weber (Port Wine Stain)