Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness worldwide; it can occur at any age but is more common in older adults; 60 years old and above. Glaucoma is an eye conditions that damage the optic nerve often caused by an abnormally high pressure in your eye. Often, glaucoma is asymptomatic and present at a late stage. Blindness from glaucoma is preventable if treatment is instituted early.
Potential risk factors of developing glaucoma include: