Glaucoma

	Last updated October 2004
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Do People With Glaucoma Have To Change The Way They Live?

As a rule, no. People with glaucoma can continue to read, do fine detail work, and use their eyes the way they always have.

Some things you can do to help are:

However, a person with glaucoma should avoid activities such as yoga, which may require you to stand on your head. This can raise eye pressure.

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What Is Glaucoma? What Causes Glaucoma? Who Gets Glaucoma? When Should People Have Their Eyes Checked For Glaucoma? How Do I Know If I Actually Have Glaucoma? The Most Common Type Of Glaucoma How Is Glaucoma Treated? Surgical Procedures For Glaucoma Medications You Need To Avoid	Do People With Glaucoma Have To Change The Way They Live? Less Common Types Of Glaucoma And Their Treatments Glaucoma In Children What Does The Future Hold For Glaucoma Research And Treatment? Common Questions Putting It All Together Glossary Sources Of Information






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