What causes glaucoma?
a. Corneal laceration
b. Eye laceration
c. Increased intraocular pressure
d. Eyelid malformation.
ANS: C
Glaucoma is a disease caused by abnormally increased intraocular fluid pressure. If uncontrolled, it can damage the optic nerve, harden the eyeball, and eventually cause blindness. It usually occurs in older people.
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