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Is it possible to have glaucoma in one eye only?

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Yes: Glaucoma may occur monocularly or binocularly, depending on the etiology. Most, however, is binocular, although it may be quite asymmetric.

Dr Minich and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/12/2019

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Dr. answered

Glaucoma: Yes , one eye can have glaucoma Please follow the link for further information. http://patient.info/health/acute-angle-closure-glaucoma http://patient.info/health/chronic-open-angle-glaucoma

Answered 6/7/2018

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