Not all forms of glaucoma have too much pressure in the eye, but most of them do, and that's the standard test that is done in most ophthalmologists' and optometrists' offices. Kindermann also recommends other diagnostic tests such as the visual field test. In the visual field test a person's peripheral vision is carefully re-evaluated. Although the vision destroyed by glaucoma cannot be restored, new laser technology is assisting eye specialists in slowing down the disease. In other patients, if we are not able to control their glaucoma adequately with either laser or medication, then surgery is indicated.
Awareness is such a critical component.
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