Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness worldwide, affecting millions of people. It occurs when the optic nerve, which transmits visual information from the eye to the brain, becomes damaged due to increased eye pressure or poor blood flow. If you’ve been diagnosed with glaucoma, it’s important to understand which type you have, as different forms of the disease require different management strategies. At St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute, we provide expert care for all types of glaucoma, helping you protect your vision in the Tampa Bay area and Pinellas County. Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG) Primary open-angle glaucoma… More
Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness worldwide, affecting millions of people. It occurs when the optic nerve, which transmits visual information from the eye to the brain, becomes damaged due to increased eye pressure or poor blood flow. If you’ve been diagnosed with glaucoma, it’s important to understand which type you have, as different forms of the disease require different management strategies. At St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute, we provide expert care for all types of glaucoma, helping you protect your vision in the Tampa Bay area and Pinellas County. Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG) Primary open-angle glaucoma… More
Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness worldwide, affecting millions of people. It occurs when the optic nerve, which transmits visual information from the eye to the brain, becomes damaged due to increased eye pressure or poor blood flow. If you’ve been diagnosed with glaucoma, it’s important to understand which type you have, as different forms of the disease require different management strategies. At St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute, we provide expert care for all types of glaucoma, helping you protect your vision in the Tampa Bay area and Pinellas County. Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG) Primary open-angle glaucoma… More