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Unfortunately, once vision is lost due to glaucoma, it can’t be restored.
However, if glaucoma is detected early, treatments can potentially save vision.
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Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle
How you lead your life can also help slow glaucoma progression.
The one modifiable risk factor for glaucoma is intraocular pressure.
In some cases, eye drops are applied up to four times daily.
It is easy to forget to take them, especially since you cannot feel the medicine working.
Remember that the medicine is designed to keep your eyes from worsening but will not improve your vision.
Is Vision Loss From Glaucoma Permanent?
Glaucoma is known as the “sneak thief of sight.”
That’s because you may not notice that you are losing your vision.
Summary
Various steps can help prevent or slow the progression of glaucoma.
Meditating and avoiding smoking and alcohol can also help preserve vision.
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