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...
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.
For people living in regional or rural areas, managing a lifelong condition like glaucoma can sometimes feel like another responsibility to fit into an already busy life. Patients may be balancing their appointments...
Three-quarters of US glaucoma surgeons support interventional glaucoma. Numbers in the UK are similar. But what about the Australian context? Insight investigates.