The percentage of people not using proper technique to apply the eye drops is very high, according to a study
Glaucoma is an ocular disease affecting the optic nerve. If untreated, the long term can lead to blindness. However, detecting the early signs is tricky. It is estimated that only half of the 800,000 people who have it are aware of it. The figure is concerned because the treatment is essential to minimize cases of blindness associated with this disease. Moreover, among the therapies, emphasizes the use of eye drops. Its proper application is essential, but only 31% of patients are able to shed a drop in the eye without touching it.
Over 90% of patients with glaucoma using ocular medications is confident that his technique to put eye drops is correct. However, less than a third have shown adequate skill. A study conducted by researchers at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore (USA) and published in the journal Archives of Ophthalmology “confirmed that fact. Learn how to pour the drops is very important. “The ability to eat properly or put a drug is a strong indicator of adherence to medical treatment,” says research director, Alan L. Robin.