Diagnosed with Normal Tension Glaucoma. Do I need to seek for second opinion?
I am a 23-year-old male (M23) and was diagnosed with Normal Tension Glaucoma in May 2026.
Before my diagnosis, I was dealing with severe migraines accompanied by vertigo. I decided to see an ophthalmologist because my eyes felt strange, and I was struggling to see my computer screen clearly (My daily screen time is at around 16 hours minimum). I initially thought it was just regular myopia.
During the exam, the doctor checked my IOP, which came out to 20 and 21 mmHg. She mentioned it was still within the normal range, but noticed something unusual during the detailed examination. She then recommended an OCT test (images attached below), and the results revealed nerve damage. She also found that my eyes were extremely dry.
As a result, she put me on a trial of Latanoprost. It has been almost two months since I started the medication. Last time I checked, my IOP was 16 mmHg on June 26, 2026.
However, I am still experiencing occasional migraines and vertigo, and my eyes remain very dry. I have also started seeing halos around lights at night.
What do you think? Should I seek a second opinion?