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Glaucoma-can't drink a lot of water?

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Dr. Colin McCannel answered

Specializes in Retinal Surgery

Not really: How much water you drink will have minimal if any impact on the severity of your glaucoma. Please make sure your glaucoma is well managed by an eye care professional.

Answered 2/20/2019

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Yes : You can drink as much water as you would like.

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Answered 2/20/2019

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