Archive | Glaucoma

Aging can impact us in many ways. While fine lines and wrinkles on the face are often the first concern to patients, many don’t realize how many conditions that impact the eye are related to aging. Glaucoma is a condition that often occurs in aging patients. This condition results in damage to the optic nerve, […]

Dr. Steve Thom of Thom Eye and Laser Clinic in Fargo, ND has dedicated his practice to helping patients achieve and maintain good vision and eye health. Patients should visit regularly for examinations, especially if they have been previously diagnosed with a condition that impacts their health. Glaucoma is a common age-related condition that can […]

Glaucoma is a condition that can be permanently damaging to one’s eyesight. Glaucoma is the development of pressure in the inside of the eye. This pressure can damage the optic nerve, which connects the eye to the brain for processing sight. Glaucoma is a condition that cannot be reversed or cured, and can lead to […]

Glaucoma is considered one of the leading causes of blindness in men and women over the age of 60. This condition, which can damage the optic nerve in the eye, can impact one’s vision and cause permanent damage. This is due to high pressure in the eye. With proper diagnosis and treatment, many patients are […]

Glaucoma is one of the leading contributors to blindness in the U.S. By causing an increased amount of pressure on the eyes, glaucoma typically starts out as blurred vision or even some disorientation. Even though there isn’t a cure for glaucoma, as long is it is caught early on, it can be easily treated by […]