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GLAUCOMA
Glaucoma is a problem where the pressure in the eye erodes the optic nerve. The optic nerve is the telephone cable that connects the eye to the brain and tells you what you see. As the optic nerve gets thinner and thinner, you start to lose your side vision then eventually all your vision, if not caught and treated early enough. Glaucoma is a group of related diseases that damage the optic nerve, resulting in vision loss and possible blindness. Glaucoma, a leading cause of blindness and visual impairment in the United States, can affect patients of all ages. Many people affected with glaucoma do not experience any symptoms and may not be aware that they have the disease until they have lost a significant amount of vision. With early detection and treatment, however, Dr. Perozek can protect your eyes against the serious loss of vision or blindness. Catching glaucoma at an early, treatable stage is one important reason to have thorough eye examinations regularly.