Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases which result in damage to the optic nerve and vision loss. A major risk factor is increased pressure in the eye. The disorders can be roughly divided into two main categories:  open-angle  and  closed-angle  (or  angle closure ) glaucoma.he many different subtypes of glaucoma can all be considered to be a type of optic neuropathy. The nerve damage involves loss of retinal ganglion cells in a characteristic pattern. Raised intraocular pressure (above 21 mmHg or 2.8 kPa) is the most important and only modifiable risk factor for glaucoma.
The actual annual physical examination should include measurement of your temperature, height, weight, pulse rate, and blood pressure. The physician should also measure your waist circumference, listen to your heart and lungs, and examine your body, including a good look at your skin for any signs of skin cancer.
Getting a Physical Exam. An annual physical exam ensures wellness and good health. Some consider it a preventive step and a way to catch a more serious condition before it begins to cause problems. An annual physical can also monitor vitals like weight, blood pressure, cholesterol, and other markers. Advertisement. Advertisement.