🔬 World Glaucoma Day – The Silent Thief of Sight 🔬

🔬 World Glaucoma Day – The Silent Thief of Sight 🔬

As Ophthalmologists, we know that glaucoma remains one of the most insidious threats to vision, often progressing silently until significant damage has occurred. Despite advances in diagnostics and treatment, late-stage presentation remains a major challenge—especially in our region.

Our role as eye care professionals is crucial. Early detection, patient education, and consistent management can make the difference between vision preservation and irreversible blindness.

🔹 Advocate for routine screenings, particularly for high-risk populations
🔹 Leverage imaging and functional testing for early diagnosis and progression monitoring
🔹 Emphasize compliance—patients often don’t perceive their disease until it’s too late
🔹 Engage in public education—the more we talk about glaucoma, the better our outcomes

Today, on World Glaucoma Day, let’s reaffirm our commitment to protecting sight and improving patient outcomes. Whether in the clinic, the OR, or through public outreach, every effort counts.

💚 Let’s keep pushing for earlier detection, better compliance, and continued innovation.

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