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Went for routine eye exam and doc says i might be at risk for glaucoma since she saw tension in eyes? can't remember wording exactly since it caught me off guard. she said nothing to worry about now but just follow up. not in family. now im terrified?
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I would follow the advice of the Dr who has seen you and looked in your eyes. Ask her how often you should followup. And what to look out for in your particular case and when to call before next appointment.
Answered 3/16/2022
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