Xen Gel Stent for Glaucoma

Posted 5 years ago, 3 users are following.

teresa57065

I have been seeing a glaucoma specialist for few years for high IOP. Went to see him 2 days ago and he suggested it's time for surgery since the eye drops are not lowering my eye pressure enough. The procedure he recommended is XEN Gel Stent implant which he explained is a less invasive surgery. Has anyone had this done? If so, can you share the experience?? I have heard of laser treatment for glaucoma, but not Xen implant.

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catbumble teresa57065

Posted 5 years ago

Hi are you on drops three times a day.
teresa57065

Posted 5 years ago

No, i cant tolerate the side effects from Alphagen, extreme dry mouth and sinus pain. i am taking COSOPT pf , 2 times a day. been on it for many years , have tried other drops too. thanks for your reply.

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