For people living with glaucoma, protecting vision is often less about dramatic interventions and more about quiet consistency. Daily eye drops, taken as prescribed, can be...
After four decades of glaucoma and many treatments, Denise has stayed positive, but changes to her sight have made the emotional side of the condition harder. Her advice is to be proactive and find a doctor you trust.
Researchers have identified a new therapeutic target for glaucoma which restored nearly 70% of lost vision in animal models.
Paul went for an eye test because he couldn’t see the ball on the squash court, expecting a pair of glasses. Instead, he was diagnosed with glaucoma at 44.
After 40 years of protecting sight and changing lives, Glaucoma Australia is entering a new chapter. For four decades, Glaucoma Australia has stood alongside Australians affected by glaucoma, providing...
Patients are often surprised and ask, “If my eye pressure is normal, how can I have glaucoma?”
It is a fair question. Eye pressure is an important risk factor for glaucoma, but a normal reading does not guarantee that the optic nerve is safe from damage or that it is a defining feature of the disease.
For many people with glaucoma, treatment focuses on one important goal: lowering pressure inside the eye. Eye drops, laser treatment and surgery can all help lower intraocular pressure (IOP)...
In paediatric eye care, urgency is determined not only by disease severity, but by the narrowing window for visual development. From recognising red flags and referring promptly, to providing ongoing refractive and low-vision care, optometrists play...
For Dr Colin Clement, one of the most rewarding aspects of ophthalmology is the opportunity to share knowledge and learn from colleagues around the world.