• What types of glaucoma are there?
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  • How common is glaucoma?
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  • What risk factors are there?
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  • What’s the difference between cataracts and glaucoma?
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  • Does glaucoma always cause blindness?
    No. Found and treated early, sight is preserved for life in most people.
  • I see well – can I still have glaucoma?
    Yes, especially early on you notice nothing.
  • Is high pressure the same as glaucoma?
    No. It is a risk factor; glaucoma can occur at normal pressure.
  • Can glaucoma be cured?
    No, but it can be stopped very well.
  • Do “eye exercises” or glasses help?
    No.
  • Is glaucoma the same as cataract?
    No. Cataract clouds the lens and is readily operated on; glaucoma affects the optic nerve.
  • Do I need drops for life?
    Usually yes – regularly, even when you feel nothing.