EP #18: Decoding Secondary Glaucoma: Insights and Prevention During Awareness Month
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Unlock the mysteries of secondary glaucoma with us, your hosts Dr. Thuy Nguyen and Jeremy Wolf, as we venture into the intricate world of eye health during Glaucoma Awareness Month. This episode is a must-hear for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of this sight-threatening condition and the critical importance of early detection.
Through our engaging discussion, you'll learn about the nuances of neovascular glaucoma, particularly prevalent among diabetics, and how long-term use of steroid eye drops can have unintended consequences on your vision. We also tackle inflammatory glaucoma, unveiling its connections to autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, and Graves' disease. This informative session is designed to equip you with knowledge to safeguard your vision and illuminate why those 'eye puff tests' at the optometrist are much more than a mere inconvenience. Join us to become well-versed in the subtleties of secondary glaucoma and proactive about your eye health.
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