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Glaucoma FAQs (cont.)

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What are the symptoms of glaucoma?

Although certain types of glaucoma may cause pain, redness, haloes, and blurred vision, most people with glaucoma do not experience any symptoms until they have lost a significant amount of vision. This loss of vision is permanent; it cannot be reversed. Because of this, regular eye examinations with an ophthalmologist (a medical doctor who specializes in eye care and surgery) are very important.

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