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Keywords
Glaucoma, open-angle glaucoma, eye
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Overview *
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Glaucoma damages the eye's optic nerve and is a bleeding cause of blindness. It usually happens when the fluid pressure inside the eyes slowly rises, damaging the optic nerve. Often there are no symptoms at first, but a comprehensive eye exam can detect it.
People at risk should get eye exams at least every two years. They include:
- People over age 60,
- People with a family history of glaucoma
Early treatment can help protect your eyes against vision loss. Treatments usually include prescription eye drops and/or surgery.
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This patient education program explains glaucoma, a group of eye diseases that can lead to blindness if not treated. Included are the following sections: Anatomy, Symptoms & Risk, Diagnosis, Treatment Options, Types of Glaucoma.
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Last reviewed: 4/25/2008 |
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