11/05/2026
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Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, often due to high fluid pressure (intraocular pressure) inside the eye. This eye condition is a known leading cause of irreversible blindness if untreated.
Individuals over age 40, family history of glaucoma, and African, Asian, or Hispanic heritage are risk factors for this condition. Even middle-aged Filipinos are prevalent in Glaucoma cases.
Glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible blindness, often referred to as the "silent thief of sight," affecting roughly 300,000 Filipinos.
You should pay attention to these 10 EARLY WARNING SIGNS of glaucoma:
1. Peripheral Vision Loss
2. Halos around the light
3. Eye Pain
4. Headaches
5. Blurred Vision
6. Redness of the Eye
7. Nausea or Vomiting
8. Tunnel Vision
9. Frequent Eye Fatigue
10. Reduced Contrast Sensitivity
Ignoring the early warning signs of glaucoma makes the treatment more complex and difficult. In its early stages, glaucoma is often manageable with medications or laser procedures, but in advanced stages, it may not be easily controllable and could require complex surgery with uncertain outcomes. And even advanced surgeries will not give you back any of your lost vision.
Regular, comprehensive eye exams with the specialist are the only way to detect the disease early. Glaucoma awareness and compliance with treatment suggestions by your health care provider are key to managing the disease and any potential vision loss.
Donโt let these subtle signs stay unmanaged. Visit our clinic for assessment and further evaluation by our ophthalmologist.
