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Examined by 2 eye drs. for glaucoma diagnosis. neither asked if mother's glaucoma was under control? isn't that info. important for my treatment plan
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No: Family history is important for increased vigilance and screening but not for treatment.
Answered 4/1/2013
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Somewhat!: It is most important whether you have a family history of glaucoma. The difficulty to control it can be important. But, if your mothers is or isn't under control is not the question, the question is how difficult is her glaucoma to control, and how much damage has it caused her vision.
Answered 12/10/2013
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