Mumbai expert explains what is glaucoma and the need for regular eye checkups

Updated On: 23 May, 2023 12:34 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto

It’s impossible for those with the ability to see to imagine a life without it but often many of us take it for granted. Among the many eye diseases causing blindness, city experts shed light on the causes of glaucoma and its prevention, along with the need to eat healthy and get regular eye checkups

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Glaucoma is one of the many diseases that affect the eyes. Every year, Prevention of Blindness Week is observed between April 1 – April 7. Image for representational purpose only. Photo Courtesy: Istock

The gift of vision is one of the most important aspects of our everyday life that we often take for granted. Even though many of us have the luxury of being able to see clearly, we do not take care of our eyes enough, and that often leads to damaged eyes.

Every year, the Government of India observes Prevention of Blindness Week between April 1 to April 7 to raise awareness about the causes of blindness and how it can be prevented. While the causes are many, there are certainly different ways that it can be prevented or delayed. Now, there are many kinds of diseases and conditions that cause blindness with some of the most common being age-related and cataract, others include those caused due to injury, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment, dry eye syndrome and last but not the least glaucoma.

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