Glaucoma: how to avoid blindness?

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It is estimated that after the age of 70, one in 10 people will be affected by this disease. In 30% of cases, transmission is hereditary. Often asymptomatic, the destruction of the optic nerve therefore occurs silently until an advanced stage.

World Glaucoma Week is March 12-18. © iStock/Ivan-balvan

From what age should you get tested? If the disease is detected too late, is blindness inevitable? What are the most effective treatments today?

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