Glaucoma Basic Information

What is glaucoma?
  • Disease of the optic nerve.
  • When damage to the optic nerve fibers occurs, blind spots develop; blind spots usually go undetected until optic nerve is significantly damaged.
  • Leading cause of blindness in the United States, especially for older people.
  • Early detection and treatment are keys to preventing vision loss from glaucoma.

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