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I developed glaucoma 10 years ago, as it is hereditary and my mother had been diagnosed with it.
I have to take eye drops once a day at night, one in each eye. I don’t really feel like I have glaucoma, as there are no symptoms.
I see a specialist doctor twice every year. For one appointment I have the visual field test, and my pressures tested. The second appointment is to have x-rays of my eyes taken.
I have been lucky so far as I have had no symptoms, and my condition has not worsened.
I am thankful to my doctor for his continual visits, and I do not have to wear glasses.
I have been lucky so far as I have had no symptoms, and my condition has not worsened.Karyn
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.