Factors that increase the risk of glaucoma include the following:
Being over the age of 60
African-Americans over the age of 40
Having diabetes
Having a family history of glaucoma
Having a history of trauma to the eye
Individuals who are at an increased risk of getting glaucoma are encouraged to schedule regular eye exams to check for signs of the disease. The earlier the disease is caught, the easier it is to protect against vision loss.