Talking to Your Doctor About Glaucoma
by
Mary Calvagna, MS You have a unique medical history. Therefore, it is essential to talk with your doctor about your personal risk factors and/or experience with glaucoma. By talking openly and regularly with your doctor, you can take an active role in your care. General Tips for Gathering InformationHere are some tips that will make it easier for you to talk to your doctor:
Specific Questions to Ask Your DoctorAbout Glaucoma
About Your Risk of Developing Glaucoma
About Treatment Options
About Outlook
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Open-angle glaucoma. EBSCO DynaMed Plus website. Available at:
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Questions to ask your doctor. Glaucoma Research Foundation website. Available at: ...(Click grey area to select URL) Updated April 22, 2013. Accessed February 12, 2018. Last reviewed March 2018 by
EBSCO Medical Review Board
Daniel A. Ostrovsky, MD Last Updated: 3/15/2015
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