
Glaucoma Facts and Stats
Glaucoma is a very misunderstood disease. Often, people don’t realize the severity or who is affected.
Glaucoma is a very misunderstood disease. Often, people don’t realize the severity or who is affected.
There are many misconceptions about glaucoma that can leave you feeling confused or misinformed. We’ve debunked nine of the most common myths about this sight-stealing eye disease.
A study conducted by a group researchers indicated that open-angle glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness among Hispanics over 40 years of age.
Findings suggest that while patients and caregivers are determined to manage the disease, many still worry about loss of vision and independence, and have difficulty achieving IOP goal.
Although primary open-angle glaucoma is the most common type of glaucoma, there are many other types of eye disorders that fall under the spectrum of glaucoma.
The worldwide prevalence of glaucoma is increasing. This is due in part to the rapidly aging population.
One way to help prevent vision loss from glaucoma is to make sure you get regular eye examinations. Early diagnosis and treatment is critical to preserving sight.
After cataracts, glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in African Americans. Half of those with glaucoma don’t know they have it.
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