The American Diabetes Association says that diabetics are 40 percent more at risk to suffer from glaucoma than those without diabetes. The longer a person has diabetes also means glaucoma is more prevalent.

Glaucoma occurs when pressure builds up in the eye. In most cases, the pressure causes drainage of the aqueous humor to slow down so that it builds up in the anterior chamber. The pressure pinches the blood vessels that carry blood to the retina and optic nerve. Vision is gradually lost because the retina and nerve are damaged.

There are several treatments for glaucoma. The surgeons at Scottsdale Eye Physicians and Surgeons can perform a screening test to help determine your risk factor to prevent vision loss: https://www.scottsdaleeye.comour-services/eye-diseases-treatments/