Glaucoma: the silent thief of sight
Glaucoma often has no symptoms until sight is lost. Check eye pressure after 40.
Glaucoma damages the optic nerve, usually because the pressure inside the eye is too high. Sight that is lost cannot be recovered.
Who is at risk?
- People aged 40 and over
- A family history of glaucoma
- Diabetes or high blood pressure
- Long-term use of steroid medicines
Regular eye checks and using eye drops exactly as prescribed protect your sight.
Information on this site is for education and does not replace examination and advice by a doctor.
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