It’s estimated that more than 76 million people worldwide are affected by glaucoma, which is one of the world’s leading causes of irreversible blindness.1-3
Primary open-angle glaucoma is the most common type of glaucoma in South Africa, affecting roughly 2.9% of the population.4
Open-angle glaucoma currently accounts for 12% of all cases of total blindness globally.5
As the world’s population ages, the challenges that come with glaucoma are increasing.6 It’s estimated that 111.8 million people will have glaucoma by 2040.7
Early diagnosis and proper treatment of glaucoma are essential to delay disease progression.2,7
Speak to your doctor about your risk of glaucoma, and ask about additional resources and tools to help you understand the condition.
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What you need to know about PMB in glaucoma
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