Are you a glaucoma suspect?
Being called a glaucoma suspect is not a diagnosis of blindness; it means we have seen something that deserves surveillance. That may be elevated eye pressure, a suspicious optic nerve, thin corneas, family history, or borderline visual field changes.
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Warning! Warning! Eye health detectives are on the hunt for possible glaucoma suspects. Suspects should be considered armed with multiple risk factors. Be on the lookout for any of the following criteria: Narrow eye angles Suspicious or sensitive optic nerves High or low intraocular pressure Pigment dispersion Past eye trauma or surgery Eye tumors Pigment dispersion Retinal detachment History of uveitis or other inflammatory eye disease Glaucoma occurs when there is already vision loss or damage to the optic nerve - so don’t be an unwitting accessory to the silent thief of sight. Glaucoma suspects should come in for routine comprehensive eye exams to keep vision safe. You and your eye health detectives are the first line of defense!
Medical sources
- aao.org/eye-health/diseases/what-is-glaucoma
- americanglaucomasociety.net/patient-family-resources/glaucoma-basics-faqs
This page and video are for general patient education and are not a substitute for a medical examination, diagnosis, or treatment. Eye conditions vary by individual. For advice about your eyes, schedule an evaluation with May Eye Care Center. In an emergency, call 911.
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