Ask your specialist about this. The IGA leaflet about driving may also be helpful. Early detection and treatment will usually prevent or retard further damage by glaucoma. Much can be done to help you use your remaining vision as fully as possible. You should ask your optician or optometrist about low vision aids and whether you are eligible to register as partially sighted or blind.
Registration opens the door to expert help and sometimes to financial benefits.
The International Glaucoma Association supports patients by providing information, so that they can cooperate fully in their treatment and prevent sight loss. It also promotes awareness and early detection of glaucoma, and supports and carries out research. Available for advice by letter or by telephone 10am - 5pm from Monday to Friday. The Partially Sighted Society offers information and advice, publications, aids to vision, enlargement services and local support to help you make the most of your vision. RNIB provides over 60 different services to help anyone with impaired vision.