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Genetic Cause of Form of Glaucoma Identified
2 gene variations responsible for exfoliative glaucoma, study says

Health Tip: Know Your Risk for Glaucoma
Age and family history are factors

Glaucoma Care Costs More As Vision Worsens
Researchers note aging population will only make problem worse

Glaucoma May Run in Families
Siblings of people with the disease are at heightened risk, study finds

Regular Screenings Protect Against Glaucoma
The sight-robbing disease affects more than 2.2 million Americans over age 40

Health Tip: Controlling Glaucoma
Early diagnosis is key

Corneal Thickness Can Determine Glaucoma Treatment
It can alter which therapy is chosen, researchers say

Link Between Hypothyroidism, Glaucoma Found
Men with thyroid condition more likely to have vision problem, study finds

Latinos Prone to Eye Disease
Suffer more vision problems than any other ethnic group

Study Finds Glaucoma Drug Effective
Xalatan lowers pressure inside eye, Swedish researchers say