Nearly 1.2 million Indians suffer from irreversible blindness caused due to glaucoma. Experts share the symptoms, prevention and treatment of this condition and what causes it.
More than 90 per cent of glaucoma cases remain undiagnosed and untreated. Renowned eye experts come together to highlight the importance of early detection and treatment of glaucoma to prevent vision loss. TheHealthSite.com
Due to the lack of symptoms and the fact that once eyesight is lost, it cannot be recovered, glaucoma is often known as the "silent thief of sight." It is one of the main factors causing permanent blindness. The buildup of fluid in .