What Ocular Disorder Results in an Increase in Intraocular Pressure

question 52

Multiple Choice

What ocular disorder results in an increase in intraocular pressure?

• A) Conjunctivitis
• B) Myopia
• C) Glaucoma
• D) Astigmatism

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