01/09/2025
Glaucoma is often described as the ‘invisible disease’ or ‘silent thief’ because it causes gradual but symptomless sight loss that can go unnoticed until it’s too late to reverse.
Glaucoma affects around 700,000 people in the UK. In fact, studies show that half of all cases are currently undiagnosed.
But treatment and regular check-ups can help slow or prevent sight loss, especially if glaucoma is found early, allowing patients to lead the life they want with minimal symptoms.
What you can do
✔️Make sure you are having a regular sight test with your optician every two years, or more often if that has been recommended by your optometrist
✔️Remind family and friends of the importance of having regularly sight tests – to check the health of the eye, spot signs of general health conditions and eye disease including glaucoma.
Thank you to the Association of Optometrists for creating this campaign on such an important issue. We hope it helps raise awareness. Please share.
