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Do supplements for glaucoma actually work?

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No: Glaucoma is best treated with proper eyedrops, sometimes laser and occasionally surgery. No supplements are known to be of help.

Answered 11/16/2012

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No: Glaucoma is best treated with eyedrops, sometimes laser and occasionally surgery. Supplements have no known effect.

Answered 11/16/2012

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