Glucocorticoids are a class of anti-inflammatory drugs commonly used to treat various ocular
and systemic conditions. Although the role of glucocorticoids in the treatment of numerous
serious inflammatory diseases is pivotal, their prolonged use may increase intraocular
pressure resulting in steroid-induced glaucoma. We provide a detailed update on steroid-
induced glaucoma as a preventable cause of blindness in the adult and pediatric population
and describe its epidemiology, social impact, and risk factors. Furthermore, we explore the …