What are the common causes of elevated eye pressure?

      Intraocular pressure is the force exerted by the contents of the eye, such as the lens, vitreous body, and aqueous humor, on the walls of the eyeball. An increase in intraocular pressure means that this interaction exceeds the normal range. Generally, a healthy person's intraocular pressure is maintained between 10 to 21 millimeters of mercury, which helps maintain the shape of the eye, ensures its function, and balances vision. However, when the pressure exceeds 21 millimeters of mercury, it can be considered an elevated intraocular pressure.
      Maintaining intraocular pressure is crucial, primarily through the aqueous humor. Its production and drainage maintain a dynamic balance. Once the circulation pathway is obstructed or if there is an excess of aqueous humor, it can lead to increased eye pressure. Elevated eye pressure can be very harmful, potentially causing glaucoma, macular degeneration, retinal pigmentary changes, and other ocular diseases. It can also result in vitreous hemorrhage and retinal detachment. If eye pressure remains persistently high, it can cause optic nerve damage, ultimately affecting vision.
                                                                                        
          High intraocular pressure is directly related to glaucoma, a condition characterized by elevated eye pressure and compression of the eyeball. In addition to this, common causes of increased eye pressure include overuse of the eyes, prolonged staying up late, and poor lifestyle habits. Eye inflammations such as keratitis can also lead to increased eye pressure. Diseases like cataracts, diabetes, and hypertension increase resistance and pressure in the blood vessels of the eye, potentially causing retinal artery sclerosis, which affects blood supply to the eye and indirectly leads to higher eye pressure.
                                                                                    
        When intraocular pressure is high, it can cause eye pain, decreased vision, and blurred vision. It may also lead to symptoms such as dizziness, headaches, or nausea and vomiting, especially when there is an acute increase in eye pressure, making the patient very uncomfortable. Therefore, everyone must control their eye pressure, have regular check-ups, and use their eyes scientifically; these are all important measures for preventing and treating excessively high eye pressure. If you notice any related symptoms, do not take action on your own. It is best to first determine the cause of the condition and alleviate symptoms through methods like warm compresses and eye drops while treating the disease.