Asked by Harman Sekhon on May 10, 2024
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A cause of blindness due to increased intraocular pressure is:
A) photophobia.
B) macular degeneration.
C) keratitis.
D) glaucoma.
Intraocular Pressure
The fluid pressure inside the eye, critical in maintaining eye structure and proper vision.
Glaucoma
a group of eye conditions causing optic nerve damage, often associated with increased intraocular pressure, leading to vision loss.
Photophobia
An abnormal sensitivity to light, causing discomfort or pain in the eyes when exposed to light.
- Become familiar with usual eye disorders and their causes.
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Gurjot SinghMay 15, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Increased intraocular pressure can cause damage to the optic nerve, leading to glaucoma and eventually blindness. Photophobia is a symptom of sensitivity to light, macular degeneration is a deterioration of the central portion of the retina, and keratitis is inflammation of the cornea, none of which directly lead to increased intraocular pressure and blindness.
Learning Objectives
- Become familiar with usual eye disorders and their causes.