Why Glaucoma Treatment Makes Sense
Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness in the world. It affects approximately 3 million people in the United States, and only half even know they have it. Fortunately, early detection and treatment of glaucoma can help prevent the condition from living up to its name as the “silent thief of sight.” Keep reading…
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When Does Glaucoma Treatment Become Necessary?
Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness. There is no cure for glaucoma, and the damage caused by it is irreversible. However, swift treatment can stop it from progressing and ultimately save your vision. About three million people in the United States are living with glaucoma. Although, according to the CDC, half of them do…
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Did You Know January Is Glaucoma Awareness Month?
Eye Care Services, Eye Health, glaucoma
Over the past few years, glaucoma has become one of the most common groups of eye diseases in the US. In fact, according to the CDC, about 3 million Americans suffer from glaucoma, with the number increasing drastically each year. What’s even worse is that at least 120,000 people are blind due to glaucoma, which…
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January Is Glaucoma Awareness Month!
Glaucoma usually strikes with no warning. It can cause significant harm and impair your vision before you even notice that something’s changed. Thus, it is pivotal to learn as much about this condition as possible. There is no better time to do that than January — the glaucoma awareness month. Here are the three…
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FAQ’s regarding glaucoma
At Jacksonville Eye Center, Jacksonville, FL area patients often have questions about a wide range of eye disease and concerns that can arise over time. One common eye disease that impacts the optic nerve is glaucoma. What is glaucoma? Dr. Robert Schnipper describes glaucoma as a condition that is caused by high pressure levels in…
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