Glaucoma
Progressive optic nerve damage that causes irreversible loss of vision.
What you need to know about glaucoma.
Both cataracts and glaucoma can be a natural part of the aging process. Many people over 60 may have both, but the two conditions are not related — glaucoma does not cause cataracts and cataracts do not cause glaucoma. Both are serious conditions that can cause vision loss; however, vision loss from cataracts can be reversed with surgery, while vision loss from glaucoma is irreversible.
The Social Security Administration evaluates glaucoma under the special senses listings. Approval may be based on visual acuity of 20/200 or worse in the better eye, on visual field limitation of 20 degrees or less, or on a reduced visual efficiency or impairment value.
We help clients gather ophthalmology records, visual field testing, and treating-source statements to document the level of vision loss and its impact on the ability to work.
Common symptoms and findings.
- Gradual loss of peripheral vision
- Tunnel vision in advanced stages
- Blurred or hazy vision
- Difficulty adjusting to low light
- Halos around lights
- Eye pain (in acute angle-closure)
- Inability to drive safely
- Need for ongoing medication or surgery
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Herren Law does not charge a fee for a consultation, and we work on a contingency basis — you do not owe us anything unless you receive benefits.
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