The Glaucoma Disease among the Sri Lankans are on increase according to the local Eye Surgeons.The Eye Surgeon Dr.Muditha Kulatunge has today (10) said that around 12% out of the total number Blind People that are currently in Sri Lanka becomes blind due to the Glaucoma.According to a latest survey around 48% of those who are having a low vision being in that situation due to Glaucoma.
Glaucoma an eye disorder which permanently damaged the
Optical Nerves and caused the total blindness of a person are common among those over 40 years old and above 60 years old Dr. Kulatunge has stressed.
As there's no permanent cure for the Glaucoma Disease those who are at risk of getting the disease should check their eyes once in 2 to 3 years she has revealed.
A special Glaucoma Clinic for the risk groups is due to be held in Colombo Eye Hospital on this Thursday(12) from 8 a.m to 12 noon it has been announced.
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