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Important
Facts About Glaucoma
The
following is information regarding primary open-angle
glaucoma, the most common form of glaucoma:
 | Glaucoma is a serious eye disease. If left untreated, it can lead to
vision loss and blindness.
| Glaucoma is the second most common cause of legal blindness in the U.S. It
is the leading cause of blindness for African-Americans.
| Glaucoma is a chronic (ongoing) condition that requires lifelong
monitoring and treatment. It is important for people with glaucoma to work
with their Eye M.D.s to find a treatment plan that is right for them.
| About 2 million Americans have glaucoma -- but only half of them are aware
of it.
| In glaucoma, the fluid (different from tears) that normally flows through
the front section of the eye cannot drain properly. This causes a buildup of
pressure in the eye that can damage the
optic nerve
and lead to vision loss.
| Your Eye M.D. can use a series of
painless tests
and exams to check you for glaucoma. Other tests may be done if your Eye
M.D. suspects you may have glaucoma.
| Vision loss is usually preventable if glaucoma is detected early. There is
no "cure" for glaucoma, but early detection and ongoing treatment
can control the disease and usually preserve vision.
| Treatment for glaucoma can include
medication
and/or
surgery
. The best treatment for each person is determined by a number of factors,
including type and severity of glaucoma, and the person's medical history
and lifestyle.
| Glaucoma usually has no symptoms until vision loss has occurred.
| Approximately 80,000 Americans are legally blind from glaucoma.
Many more have visual impairment.
| Seniors, African-Americans and those with a family history of glaucoma
are at higher risk for the disease and should have eye exams more often.
| Medications for glaucoma -- even eye drops -- can affect the whole body
and may interact with other medications. It is very important for all your
doctors to be aware of any medication you take. |
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