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Glaucoma is often called the "silent thief of sight" because it can cause irreversible damage to the optic nerve and lead to vision loss without causing noticeable symptoms until the later stages of the disease.
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Some alarming signs of glaucoma include:
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Glaucoma typically affects peripheral (side) vision first, causing gradual and often imperceptible loss of vision around the edges.
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As glaucoma progresses, peripheral vision loss may worsen, causing tunnel vision where the visual field narrows, making objects hard to see.
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Glaucoma can cause blind spots or areas of reduced vision in the visual field, especially in the peripheral areas.
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In some cases, glaucoma may cause blurry or hazy vision, particularly in one or both eyes. This blurriness may come and go or persist over time.
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Glaucoma can affect the clarity of vision, leading to the perception of halos or glare around lights, especially at night or in low-light conditions.
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