Our final glaucoma fact for the month. You may be at higher risk of developing glaucoma if you: Have a family history of glaucoma Are over the age of 40 Have high eye pressure Have diabetes or other chronic health conditions Are highly short-sighted or long-sighted Because glaucoma often develops without early symptoms, regular eye examinations are essential for early detection and protecting your vision. #GlaucomaAwareness #EyeHealthEducation #ProtectYourVision #specsaversopticianszw
How Glaucoma develops Glaucoma occurs when the eye’s drainage system becomes blocked, causing pressure to build up inside the eye. Over time, this increased pressure damages the optic nerve and blood vessels, leading to gradual and permanent vision loss. Because this damage often happens without early symptoms, regular eye examinations are essential for early detection and protection of your sight. #glaucomaawareness #eyehealtheducation #protectyourvision #specsaversopticianszw
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month Throughout the month, we’ll be sharing valuable information every Tuesday to help you understand glaucoma, its risks, and why early detection is so important for protecting your vision. Fact 1: Glaucoma often has no early warning signs, which is why many people don’t realise they have it until vision loss has already begun. Fact 2: Vision loss caused by glaucoma is permanent, but early detection through regular eye tests can help slow or prevent further damage. Stay informed. Stay proactive. Look out for our weekly updates. #GlaucomaAwarenessMonth #EyeHealthEducation #specsaversopticianszw