January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month

Glaucoma is an eye disease that can damage your optic nerve. The optic nerve supplies visual information to your brain from your eyes.
Glaucoma is usually (not always), the result of abnormally high pressure inside your eye. Over time, increased pressure can erode your optic nerve tissue, which may lead to vision loss or even blindness. If caught early, vision loss can be avoided. The most common symptom of glaucoma is gradual vision loss. Risk factors include: age, ethnicity, medical history, chronic eye problems and injury. Glaucoma can be diagnosed by a comprehensive eye exam by a qualified ophthalmologist.
Treatment includes eye drops and if advanced treatment is needed, surgery may be required. Glaucoma can’t be prevented, so it is very important to catch it early with a regular eye exam. January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, a perfect opportunity to educate yourself on this sight robbing disease.
Learn more at:

https://www.glaucoma.org/news/glaucoma-awareness-month.php

https://www.healthline.com