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Do your vision changes signal an eye disorder? Aug 17, 2023 | By Marie Suszynski, Writer (@mariemayohecs)Comment receiving replies
I have severe glaucoma and want all seniors to make sure that they get checked before their vision chnages. My opthmalogist tested me at at the beginnig I had no visions that I could detect. Glaucoma is a silent disease, you are not aware when it begins.
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My dad had glaucoma. I just joined Mayo Clinic Connect. I'll schedule an eye exam tomorrow. I am 68 and have cataracts too. It's not fun getting older.
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There is also sometimes a laser surgery for glaucoma now. Mine showed up as a result of high doses of prednisone. It's a miracle it was caught in time. I know that for some with open angle glaucoma (there are differing kinds) the surgery is an option. My insurance covered it, and it was "cured" for about 5 years. The even better part is that it can be done again, and again, if needed. Right now, first, eye doctors have to establish if it's getting worse, and what damages it may have done. Those tests take a bit of time and visits. There is hope.