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Four Things You Need to Know about Glaucoma

There are many key facts about glaucoma that you should be aware of. This is a blinding disease that can be effectively prevented and treated, but you need to be aware of certain information to make sure you get the most out of your treatment and preventative measures. Let's take a quick look at the top four things you should know about glaucoma. 

Glaucoma

#1: Glaucoma is Very Common

You probably don't know this, but glaucoma is actually very common. In fact, of those over the age of 40 in America, nearly 2.7 million of them have this disease. And by the year 2050, this number is expected to double. In developed countries, glaucoma is the second leading factor related to blindness. It is hoped that by increasing awareness of the condition that it will no longer be such a health burden. 

#2: Who does Glaucoma Affect? 

Did you know that while many people who have glaucoma don't develop it until they are at least 45-years-old? Stil yet, there is no age limitations to this disease as some babies are even born with it. The following are groups of people who are more likely to have glaucoma:

  • Those who are Mexican-American and over the age of 60
  • Those who are African-American and over the age of 40
  • Those who have a family history of glaucoma

#3: The Damage Cannot be Reversed

It is very unfortunate, but once damage to the optic nerve has occurred because of glaucoma, the vision that has been lost cannot be restored; this is why it is so important to visit your eye doctor on a regular basis to be checked for this health condition and to have your optometrist treat it as soon as possible if you are diagnosed with glaucoma. 

#4: How is Glaucoma Treated?

There has been only one clinically-proven way to treat glaucoma -- the pressure in the eye must be lowered. There are two ways to go about lowering the pressure in the eye -- either by taking medication that causes the eye to make less fluid or to take meds that lower the pressure by helping to make sure fluid is properly drained from the eye. 

 Contact Our Local Eye Doctors in Columbia for More Information Today!

If you would like to be checked for glaucoma, please come to Dr. Dorothy Park & Associates today. Our qualified optometry team is ready to assist you with all of your eye care needs. We serve the Columbia area and you can contact us at 803-254-6306.

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