Common Causes of Vision Problems
By HealthCentral Editorial Team

Glaucoma

Glaucoma

Glaucoma is an increased pressure in the eye, causing poor night vision, blind spots, and loss of vision to either side. A major cause of blindness. Glaucoma can happen gradually or suddenly -- if sudden, it's a medical emergency.

By HealthCentral Editorial Team— Last Modified: 03/26/2012, First Published: 12/12/2011