Glaucoma Guidebook

Many people with glaucoma never learn they have it: half of those affected are unaware of the disease. Left untreated, it can lead to permanent blindness, and even after a diagnosis, managing it day to day can be hard to navigate. This guide, written by Dr. Constance Okeke, aims to make the condition understandable and to show readers how to keep it under control.

Drawing on more than twenty years of experience with thousands of patients, Okeke explains in plain, accessible language what glaucoma is and how to recognize its early symptoms. She covers what drives pressure inside the eye, the treatment options available, and practical ways to prevent blindness. The book also shows readers how to become active advocates for their own eye health.

It is intended for people who have recently been diagnosed as well as those struggling to manage the condition, and for people at high risk of developing it. More than fifty color images and illustrations accompany the text, and the advice comes from Okeke alongside firsthand accounts from patients. Family members, caregivers, eye care providers and educators will also find it useful. The book received the gold award from the National Health Information Awards in the National Health Information Book Award category.