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    What is narrow angle glaucoma?

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    Narrow angle or angle closure glaucoma is when the drainage angle for fluid to get out of the eye is narrow, making it difficult for fluid to exit the eye. Because fluid is constantly produced by the eye and there is difficulty for fluid to get out of the eye, the pressure inside the eye goes up. If the drainage angle closes completely and rapidly, the pressure inside the eye can be greatly elevated causing pain (acute angle closure).

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