Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Glaucoma
April 13, 2009 @ 04:14 PM — by unknown
Glaucoma is an eye disease that puts an abnormally amount of pressure on the eye, causing damage to the optic nerve. Unfortunately, for many, glaucoma eventually leads to blindness, especially if detected too late. There are many questions that those who are recently diagnosed or have a loved one that suffers for glaucoma. Here are a few of these frequently asked questions.
Does glaucoma only affect the elderly?
No, there are many types of glaucoma. Even small children can have glaucoma.
What are the warning signs of glaucoma?
There are several early warning signs such as slight pain, blurry vision, and the appearance of halos. However, most people who are diagnosed with glaucoma experienced no symptoms at all until it was too late.
Is glaucoma permanent?
Once glaucoma is diagnosed it cannot be healed. If you catch it early you may be able to stop the damage. However, once the damage is done it cannot be reversed.
How is glaucoma treated?
If you are diagnosed with glaucoma your
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