Glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible blindness in the United States, and it currently affects more than three million Americans. Glaucoma is an umbrella term referring to a cluster of related eye conditions that cause damage to the optic nerve, which sends visual signals from your eye to your brain. It is usually related…
Glaucoma
What Is Glaucoma?
Glaucoma is a common eye condition and a leading cause of sight loss for people over age 60. It occurs when the optic nerve, which connects the eye to the brain, becomes damaged due to internal eye pressure. The pressure is often caused by a buildup of fluid in the front part of the eye….
