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I left the Army after 30 years’ service during which I had spectacles prescribed (age 28 years) but I had never had a full eye examination.
At my wife’s suggestion I contacted an ophthalmologist and found I had substantial loss of vision in one eye and some loss in the other – pressures 27 and 28.
I have since been managed by Prof Goldberg and both eyes are stable. I have daily drops Simbrinza and DuoTrav.
I have contacted my family about the need for glaucoma checks with no positives so far.
Robert discovered he has glaucoma by changing ophthalmologists. All his life he has been a financial advisor who relies heavily on his eyesight. He now encourages his children to get regular glaucoma checkups.
Basil was diagnosed with glaucoma over 20 years ago, faced worsening vision despite stable eye pressure and received two differing treatment plans. Seeking clarity, he turned to Val from Glaucoma Australia, whose guidance and support helped him confidently choose the step-by-step plan while feeling reassured throughout the process.
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.