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I was diagnosed with open-angle glaucoma in 1993, when I began to see auras around streetlamps.
I had read that this is a symptom, so I was soon tested by an ophthalmologist.
My awareness of glaucoma dated back before 1993 to my mother’s diagnosis earlier. She was not surprised at my diagnosis. She also helped me adjust to having to use drops for the rest of my life.
If only I had been tested before, I may have prevented damage to my optic nerves.
Nowadays, I am monitored by both an optometrist and an ophthalmologist, for glaucoma, cataracts and macular degeneration. I have a brother who is very myopic but he is glaucoma free, luckily.
I find that Glaucoma Australia’s expert advice is especially helpful whenever I need answers to glaucoma questions.
I find that Glaucoma Australia’s expert advice is especially helpful whenever I need answers to glaucoma questions.Ken
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.