Glaucoma Awareness Month

Glaucoma is often called the "thief in the night" because of the lack of symptoms like pain or loss of vision. Smoking, positive family history and age are all risk factors.

January was Glaucoma Awareness Month, but understanding the signs and symptoms of glaucoma is great information to have all year long! If you are in an at-risk group for glaucoma, have an eye injury, or are having vision issues, now is a perfect time to schedule a consultation with an eye doctor.

What to Focus on During Glaucoma Awareness Month

It's important to know if you belong to any of the high-risk groups that are more susceptible to developing glaucoma. The most prevalent groups include African Americans over the age of 40, anyone who is older than 60, especially those of Hispanic origin, and anyone who has a family member who has suffered from the condition. Glaucoma is much more effectively treated when it is detected in its earliest stages. Unfortunately, it can take a while for symptoms to become noticeable when it comes to glaucoma. It is important, especially during Glaucoma Awareness Month, to be aware of the importance of screening for this disease.

Because there is no cure for glaucoma, and it is a debilitative disease that worsens over time, it is vital to protect your vision against this disorder. Regular screenings are an effective way to ensure that your eyesight is protected! Upon diagnosis of the disease, your eye specialist will work with you to formulate the most effective treatment plan, with the emphasis on protecting your vision for as long as possible. An annual eye exam is necessary for anyone in one of the high-risk groups mentioned previously.

Good eye care is a part of overall good health, and if you haven't started your annual glaucoma screenings yet, now is the perfect time to do so!

If you are looking for a knowledgeable eye specialist to treat glaucoma, an eye injury, or any other vision issue, be sure you check out Trusted LASIK Surgeons to find an eye doctor near you before booking your next eye exam! Our directory covers so much more than LASIK surgeons, and can help you find a trusted eye care provider to care for your vision needs.

If you feel you might be experiencing symptoms of glaucoma, a  highly qualified LASIK surgeon like the ones you can find through our Trusted LASIK Surgeons™ Directory can help.  Once you find a surgeon closest to you, please contact them directly by calling them or filling out their contract form from their website from the links we provide. 

All LASIK and cataract surgeons featured at Trusted LASIK Surgeons™ are screened to ensure you can find a surgeon who has proven expertise and one with professional accomplishments that have been recognized by their peers. To learn how we screen surgeons, please visit our discussion entitled “How are surgeons screened at Trusted LASIK Surgeons™”?

Most of the LASIK surgeons at featured in our Trusted LASIK Surgeons™ Directory are also expert cataract surgeons and many perform other refractive procedures, like the Kamra Inlay, which can help with reading problems, lens implant procedures, and corneal transplants.  Whatever your vision needs, Trusted LASIK Surgeons™ is here to help you find the best vision correction experts you can find.