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Glaucoma: Symptom-Free Loss of Vision
January is designated 'Glaucoma Awareness Month'. I'm not sure who makes these 'designations' but it's a great time to determine if you or a loved one is at risk for this invisible thief of sight that can leave you without vision.
All adults 40 and over should have their eye pressure measured. It is quick and painless. Since most types of glaucoma generate no symptoms whatsoever, an intraocular pressure measurement is the essential method to identify affected individuals.
The damage to the eye caused by glaucoma is irreversible and the vision lost is gone forever. On the other hand, there are many effective ways to successfully maintain a healthy intraocular pressure.
WebMD has a very helpful webpage devoted to Glaucoma Diagnosis and Treatment.
When was the last time you were screened for glaucoma?
Related Topics: Cholesterol Drugs May Fight Glaucoma, Signs of Glaucoma Damage
All adults 40 and over should have their eye pressure measured. It is quick and painless. Since most types of glaucoma generate no symptoms whatsoever, an intraocular pressure measurement is the essential method to identify affected individuals.
The damage to the eye caused by glaucoma is irreversible and the vision lost is gone forever. On the other hand, there are many effective ways to successfully maintain a healthy intraocular pressure.
WebMD has a very helpful webpage devoted to Glaucoma Diagnosis and Treatment.
When was the last time you were screened for glaucoma?
Related Topics: Cholesterol Drugs May Fight Glaucoma, Signs of Glaucoma Damage
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