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My story began when I was in my 40s, after an annual visit to the optometrist. He referred me to an eye doctor who prescribed me eye drops, which reduced the pressure significantly.
I am now 73 and have continued to use glaucoma eye drops at night since this initial diagnosis.
During 2017, my eye pressure rose significantly so my current specialist changed the eye drops, which then reduced my IOP to normal or better.
I continue to have 6 monthly checks, and so far am not too impacted with vision problems. My family are aware of the hereditary “trait”.
During 2017, my eye pressure rose significantly so my current specialist changed the eye drops, which then reduced my IOP to normal or better...Faye
Abbie was diagnosed with glaucoma as a newborn and had surgeries to control her eye pressure. Despite being short-sighted with nystagmus, she lives independently and runs a dance company called Blindful.
Suzanne learned she had glaucoma during an eye check-up when she was 65. Now, for the past five years, she has been receiving treatment to protect her eyes from further damage.
Patricia discovered she inherited glaucoma from her father after developing cataracts. She underwent a successful surgery and is now taking eye drops regularly. She now advises others to get tested early.