The Silent Thief of Sight Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases resulting from fluid drainage issues in the eye. This presence of excess fluid, known as aqueous humour, may lead to dangerous consequences. This condition causes progressive damage to the optic nerve, leading to vision loss that cannot be recovered. Glaucoma is often referred […]
How Does Glaucoma Surgery Work? Risks, Benefits, & More
Roughly 3 million Americans have glaucoma. It’s the second most common cause of blindness globally. Since there are often very few symptoms, many people don’t even know they have glaucoma. That’s why it’s important to get regular eye exams, to catch the disease early before vision loss occurs. If you are diagnosed with glaucoma, there […]
Early Signs of Glaucoma
Glaucoma is the world’s second most common cause of blindness — and although specific demographics face higher risks for this disease, it can affect anybody at practically any age. As such, you need to be aware of glaucoma’s early signs, along with risk factors and other information that can help you catch and manage it […]