BOCA RATON, FL, October 14, 2010 (Press-News.org) Though many people are affected each year, most are unaware that they are suffering from an irreversible disorder. If left untreated, its consequences can be devastating. Known as the second leading cause of blindness, glaucoma is a slow progressing disease.
Often triggered by a buildup of internal pressure on the eye, glaucoma causes damage to the optic nerve, negatively affecting the sufferer's sight. Most types of glaucoma have no warning signs until a noticeable loss in vision occurs (periphery). However, there are ways of detecting the disease early. By having routine eye exams, a person can improve their chances of finding and treating the disorder before it progresses. Devices such as tonometers or optical nerve scanning technologies provide your doctor with ways to identify potential problems. Additional examinations include ophthalmoscopy, perimetry gonioscopy and visual field tests.
Despite getting tested, there are still certain risk factors that are unavoidable. People over the age of 45, a family history of glaucoma, black ethnicity, having a prior eye injury, use of steriods and having diabetes are just some of the factors that can increase chances of developing the disease. According to Medicinenet.com, "Although nerve damage and visual loss from glaucoma cannot usually be reversed, glaucoma is a disease that can generally be controlled. That is, treatment can make the intraocular pressure normal and, therefore, prevent or retard further nerve damage and visual loss. Treatment may involve the use of eye drops, pills (rarely), laser, or surgery."
The Public Television series, World Progress Report, would like to highlight the medical professionals and research helping to improve the lives of people suffering from glaucoma. "By informing the public of this silent but damaging disease, we hope that people will make it a priority to have their eyes examined on a regular basis. Hopefully, by taking an active role in prevention, people will be able to protect their sight and avoid the devastating consequences of this debilitating disease," said the Executive Producer of the series.
*World Progress Report and its programming are not affiliated with PBS. Our programs are independently produced and distributed to Public Television affiliate stations nationwide.
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World Progress Report is a compelling series distributed to Public Television nationwide. Hosted by Joan Lunden, each program addresses the latest issues impacting society today. For more information, call (772) 237-8518 or visit www.worldprogressreport.com.
"World Progress Report" To Explore Prevention Methods Against Glaucoma
World Progress Report with Joan Lunden to focus on protection against the development of glaucoma.
2010-10-14
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