In the early stages of open-angle glaucoma, there are usually no symptoms. Most people are not aware that they have glaucoma until it is diagnosed by an eye doctor.
Although glaucoma can affect anyone, you may be at greater risk if one or more of the following describes you:
The best way to find out if you have glaucoma (or elevated IOP that may lead to glaucoma) is to schedule an appointment with your eye doctor. See Diagnosing Glaucoma to learn what your eye doctor will do during the appointment to check your IOP.
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