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Case 1: Acute Angle Closure Glaucoma Management%u2022Intravenous acetazolamide to reduce intraocular pressure (IOP)%u2022Topical beta-blockers (e.g., timolol) and alpha-2 agonists (e.g., brimonidine)%u2022Topical pilocarpine to constrict the pupil%u2022Oral or IV analgesics for pain reliefImmediate medical treatment:Monitor IOP closely%u2022Perform laser peripheral iridotomy in the affected eye%u2022Consider prophylactic laser peripheral iridotomy in the fellow eyeOnce IOP is controlled:%u2022Regular follow-ups to monitor IOP and optic nerve health%u2022Patient education on symptoms of recurrenceLong-term management:
