How to Spot Glaucoma Early: Symptoms & Eye Care Tips

Glaucoma

Have you noticed changes in your side vision or found it harder to see clearly in dim light? These could be early signs of glaucoma—a serious eye condition that can lead to permanent vision loss if left untreated. In Rancho Mirage and throughout the Coachella Valley, glaucoma is one of the most common eye diseases…

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Vision Health: Navigating Glaucoma with Shaaf Eye Center

Glaucoma

As we recognize Healthy Vision Month this May, we want to highlight glaucoma, the leading cause of irreversible vision loss worldwide. At Shaaf Eye Center, we’re committed to raising awareness about this condition and providing personalized treatment options.  Glaucoma is an eye condition characterized by damage to the optic nerve, often caused by elevated intraocular…

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Does Marijuana Help Treat Glaucoma or Other Eye Conditions?

Glaucoma

Cannabis and currently available compounds derived from marijuana – like CBD – are not an adequate treatment for glaucoma, or any eye condition. To treat glaucoma, eye pressure must be managed 24 hours a day. Marijuana is not a practical treatment for constant use. And more research is still needed into the exact effects of cannabis and…

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