Category: Glaucoma

In a survey conducted by the Glaucoma Research Foundation, it was determined that 74 percent of people have regular eye exams, but only 61 percent of those people get dilated eye exams. Since these eye exams are the best way to detect glaucoma, it’s obvious that many people aren’t concerned about this eye condition. Once… Read More

There is a good chance that you know someone who has glaucoma, and they may not even know it yet. That person might even be you. Whether you are dealing with the disease or you know someone who is, it is good to be educated on the subject. Glaucoma, often nicknamed the “sneak thief of… Read More

While no one is immune to glaucoma, some people are at greater risk than others. It is important to know if you are at a greater risk of developing the condition. Since glaucoma typically doesn’t have symptoms in the early stages, you and your eye doctor can work together to catch the condition early. That… Read More

Whether you have glaucoma or you’re trying to avoid it, it’s a good idea to know the facts. Once you study the facts, you’ll realize that there is a lot more to glaucoma than meets the eye. You’ll also realize that it’s a good idea to stay knowledgeable if you’re serious about protecting your eyes…. Read More

Sometimes with vision loss, a person can see things that aren’t there. Sometimes these nonexistent objects can appear to be people, and that can be frightening. Glaucoma is one of the vision loss-causing conditions that can make a person see things that aren’t there. In fact, up to 30 percent of adults experiencing vision loss… Read More