Glaucoma: Family Inheritance?
There are many good things passed down from one generation to the next. Unfortunately, it’s also possible to inherit medical conditions, including glaucoma.
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There are many good things passed down from one generation to the next. Unfortunately, it’s also possible to inherit medical conditions, including glaucoma.
January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month, an important time to spread the word about this sight-stealing disease.
Whether you’ve recently been diagnosed with glaucoma or are learning how to cope, connecting with others can be helpful and powerful.
No strong evidence suggests excessive use of digital technology is a glaucoma risk factor. However, prolonged computer, tablet, cell phone, and other digital device use can lead to eye strain.
Some allergy medications include ingredients that can cause pupil dilation resulting in a condition called acute angle-closure glaucoma.
Some people may have early warning signs, but most patients will not notice any vision loss until the disease is at a late stage.
There are two main types of glaucoma, primary open-angle and primary angle-closure, each with very different features.
Two parts comprise the visual system: The optical system (your eye) and the perceptual system (your brain). Fundamentally, the brain analyzes the information your eye gathers.
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