Did you know glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness in the U.S.?
There are many types of glaucoma, as well as theories about the causes of glaucoma.
Glaucoma cannot currently be prevented, but if diagnosed and treated early, it can usually be controlled.
Host of The Wizard of Eyes, Dr. Robert Abel, touches base on modern benchmarks for diagnosis and management of this condition.
Don't lose hope... glaucoma should be considered a treatable chronic disease with many options to prevent blindness.
Dear Doctor: What Is Glaucoma?
Learn all you need to know about glaucoma and its six sub-types.
Additional Info
- Segment Number: 4
- Audio File: wizard_of_eyes/1543we1d.mp3
- Featured Speaker: Robert Abel Jr., MD
- Length (mins): 10
- Waiver Received: No
- Host: Robert Abel, Jr., MD
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The Wizard of Eyes
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