Brooklyn
What is Glaucoma?
Glaucoma is a group of diseases that can damage the eye's optic nerve and result in vision loss and blindness. Glaucoma occurs when the normal fluid pressure inside the eyes slowly rises. However, with early treatment, you can often protect your eyes against serious vision loss.
Symptoms of Glaucoma
At first, there are no symptoms. Vision stays normal, and there is no pain.
However, as the disease progresses, a person with glaucoma may notice his or her side vision gradually failing. That is, objects in front may still be seen clearly, but objects to the side may be missed. Without treatment, people with glaucoma will slowly lose their peripheral (side) vision.
Glaucoma Treatment
Early diagnosis of glaucoma is very important. Immediate treatment during the stages of glaucoma can delay progression of the disease.For a complete eye exam including a comprehensive screening for glaucoma, visit the Brooklyn optometric team: Dr. Jason Yee, Dr. Irida Llambiri, and Dr. Jackie Chan. If you are in Brooklyn, NY, our office is only a few minutes away.