Glaucoma is often called the “silent thief of sight”. It usually develops without pain or obvious symptoms, gradually affecting your peripheral vision long before you notice a problem.
What actually happens in glaucoma
Glaucoma damages the optic nerve, most commonly linked to raised pressure inside the eye. As nerve fibres are lost, small blind spots appear — but because the brain fills in these gaps, the changes can go unnoticed for years.
Why regular checks matter
A routine eye test can pick up early signs before you have symptoms. At Vision Clinic Wales, every glaucoma assessment is completed on site in a single visit — and treatment is highly effective when started early.
