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In glaucoma what is center of fixation loss. could it affect walking and driving?
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Ans: In glaucoma there is a build up of fluid and thus pressure. Eventually destroying the vision of the rye. See your opthomoligist Adam and get your drops. It is irreversible
Answered 9/1/2015
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