Glaucoma is a complicated disease in which damage to the optic nerve leads to progressive, irreversible vision loss. Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness.
There are over a million retinal ganglion cells in the human retina. These cells are particularly important in glaucoma because they are the cells that are damaged primarily by the disease. Read More »
Glaucoma is actually a group of diseases. The most common type is hereditary.
There are typically no early warning signs or symptoms of open-angle glaucoma.
Early detection, through regular and complete eye exams, is the key to protecting your vision.
Everyone is at risk for glaucoma. However, certain groups are at higher risk than others.
Get the facts about glaucoma, and protect your vision.
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Monitoring intraocular pressure (IOP) over time can help you feel confident that your treatment is working effectively.
