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The early stages of the disease are often completely symptomless. Glaucoma is the second leading cause of adult blindness in the United States after age-related macular degeneration. Between 5 and 10 million people are at increased risk for glaucoma. Glaucoma is a slow, progressive disease that produces NO obvious symptoms until its LATE stages. Glaucoma can lead to blindness by damaging the optic nerve.

In The Johns Hopkins Guide to Glaucoma, you'll learn the basic information about this second leading cause of adult blindness. Plus, you can also register to receive Vision Health Alerts about once a month.  Every time we publish a new article or special report, we'll send it straight to your inbox. Why not take a moment to register? It's fast, easy, and FREE. Just look at what you'll receive in your free copy of The Johns Hopkins Guide to Glaucoma: Table of Contents Introduction Types of Glaucoma Symptoms of Glaucoma Treatment of Glaucoma Medications for Glaucoma Surgery for Glaucoma Treatment of Closed-Angle Glaucoma Measuring Cornea Thickness Neuroprotection:  a New Frontier in The Treatment of Glaucoma Coping with Prescription Drug Costs Further Resources

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