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There is no way to prevent ''open-angle glaucoma'', but one can prevent [[vision loss]] from the condition. Early [[diagnosis]] and careful management are the keys to preventing [[vision loss]]. Most people with open-angle glaucoma have no [[symptom]]s. Everyone over age 40 should have an [[eye examination]] at least once every 5 years, and more often if in a high-risk group. Those in high-risk groups include people with a family history of open-angle glaucoma and people of African heritage. Such high-risk groups should have a comprehensive [[mydriasis|dilated]] [[eye exam]] at least once every two years. People at high risk for ''[[acute]] glaucoma'' may opt to undergo [[iridotomy]] before having an attack. | |||
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Overview
There is no way to prevent open-angle glaucoma, but one can prevent vision loss from the condition. Early diagnosis and careful management are the keys to preventing vision loss. Most people with open-angle glaucoma have no symptoms. Everyone over age 40 should have an eye examination at least once every 5 years, and more often if in a high-risk group. Those in high-risk groups include people with a family history of open-angle glaucoma and people of African heritage. Such high-risk groups should have a comprehensive dilated eye exam at least once every two years. People at high risk for acute glaucoma may opt to undergo iridotomy before having an attack.