Glaucoma Awareness: The Silent Thief of Sight

We’re all guilty of ignoring our eyes until something goes wrong. Maybe it’s that blurry text on your phone or the eye strain after a long day of work. But here’s something most people don’t see coming: glaucoma . It’s one of those things that doesn’t make noise. No itching, no redness, no discomfort. Yet quietly, it can take away the most precious sense we have , our ability to see. That’s why it’s often referred to as the silent thief of sight. This isn’t about panic. It’s about being informed. So here are a few glaucoma eye disease facts that everyone should know, especially if you’re over 40, have a family history, or haven’t had an eye exam in the last year. So, what exactly is glaucoma? Let’s put it simply: glaucoma is a condition where the optic nerve gets damaged, usually due to pressure building up inside your eye. This nerve is what carries visual info from your eye to your brain. If it’s compromised, your sight is at risk. Here’s the tricky part,...