Glaucoma patients often bear a long-lasting burden of disease. This can result in
anxiety and stress. Causes and effects of anxiety are identified and case studies
illustrate how to deal with them. Some knowledge of psychosomatic management is helpful
for doctors in dealing with their patients to provide necessary treatment in a less
fearful and stressful format.
Key words
glaucoma condition- anxiety and fear of surgery - refusal of treatment - psychosomatic
arc - work-life balance - doctor-patient relationship