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Answers to many of the most commonly asked questions about glaucoma. We welcome your comments (we only ask that your comments are related to the question).

If my sibling has glaucoma, am I more at risk to developing glaucoma?

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What is meant by bleb needling?

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Can glaucoma affect contrast sensitivity?

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I’ve been told that I’ve lost 80% of my optic nerve. What does this mean?

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Can a beta blocker cause shortness of breath when I’m exercising?

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Will a diagnosis of glaucoma limit my life?

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Why does it take so long for new glaucoma medications to become available?

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I have to use my eye drops twice a day. Must I use them at the exact time each day? What if I forget to take them?

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I have glaucoma. Do I need to stop driving?

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What is neuroprotection and when might it be available?

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