Metabolism is the process by which your body converts what you eat and drink into energy. During this complex biochemical process, calories in food and beverages are combined with oxygen to release the energy your body needs to function.
Closed-angle glaucoma is more common in women. Glaucoma has been called the silent thief of sight because the loss of vision usually occurs slowly over a long period of time. Worldwide, glaucoma is the second-leading cause of blindness after cataracts.
Glaucoma develops in some patients with a condition called exfoliation syndrome. Also known as pseudoexfoliation, it is caused by the abnormal accumulation of protein in the drainage system and other structures of the eye.This is a type of open-angle glaucoma with unique characteristics and physical findings.It is more common in certain racial groups including people from Russia, the Nordic countries, Greeks, Mediterranean populations, Indians, and others.his is a type of open-angle glaucoma with unique characteristics and physical findings. It is more common in certain racial groups including people from Russia, the Nordic countries, Greeks, Mediterranean populations, Indians, and others.