describes a group of eye disorders that causes damage to the
optic nerve. This degenerative eye disease is one of the leading
causes of chronic blindness in the US. Open-angle glaucoma is
the most common form of glaucoma in the United States. Within
the eye, fluid is made and then drained from the eye. If either
the fluid is made too quickly (not common) or drains too slowly,
then the pressure of the eye can increase, leading to damage to
the optic nerve. This damage to the optic nerve can lead to a
decrease in peripheral vision and may eventually cause
blindness. Open-angle glaucoma can often be controlled well with
proper treatment, and most patients who receive treatment will
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The exact cause of open-angle glaucoma is unknown. However,
factors that play a role in causing the disease include: - Older
age—Aging may cause the aqueous humor to drain or be absorbed
less efficiently. A risk factor is something that increases your
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