Here is an eye problem that seems to be caused by Lyme disease. I know that specialized scans show that I have a thinner, larger than normal "cup" where the optic nerve attaches to the retina. My optometrist says that because of this, I am borderline glaucoma even though the intraocular pressue in my eyes is well within normal. Is it possible that this problem is being caused by Lyme disease which causes increased intracranial pressure? I'm waiting to hear back from my optometrist.

I wonder if a lesser amount of increased intracranial pressure (not enough to cause persistent headaches, but chronic) causes the tinnitus that is often associated with Lyme disease. And where does this increased intracranial pressure come from? Is it an inflamation due to the bacteria, or could it be caused by increased muscle tension along the jaws, neck and spine, or both?

http://pediatrics.aappublications.or...ull/112/6/e477