3. Glaucoma: The Sneaky Thief of Sight

 It's called the sneaky thief of sight — and for good reason. Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness in the world, and most people who have it don't even know it. No pain. No blurry vision. No warning. Until it's too late. I'm Dr. Parul Khator, a board-certified ophthalmologist and glaucoma specialist in Marietta, Georgia — and glaucoma is my specialty. I treat it every single day. And the thing that breaks my heart most? So much of the vision loss I see could have been prevented if patients had known what to look for sooner. This episode is my chance to change that. In this episode, I'll cover: What glaucoma actually is — and why it's so different from other eye conditionsHow glaucoma silently damages your optic nerve and steals your vision without you ever feeling a thingThe different types of glaucoma — because not all glaucoma is the sameWho is most at risk — and why your family history matters more than you thinkThe treatment options available today — from eye drops to surgery — and what they actually doGlaucoma doesn't have to mean blindness. Caught early, it is absolutely manageable. But you have to know to look for it first — and that starts right here. I believe the more you know, the better you do. So let's talk about glaucoma. 👁️ Send me Fan Mail or any questions you might have!📬 Have a question or topic you'd love me to cover? I'd love to hear from you! Email me at [email protected]📱 Follow along on social media: Find me everywhere @demystifytheeye🌐 Learn more about Dr. Parul Khator, MD: https://www.gaeyepartners.com/metro-atlanta-eye-doctors/parul-khator-md/⭐ Enjoying the podcast? Please take a moment to rate and review Demystify the Eye on Apple Podcasts — it helps more people find the show and means the world to me!🎙️ Never miss an episode: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen!Demystify the Eye is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your eye doctor or qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding your eye health.