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Do you have questions about glaucoma and how to talk to your doctor? Do you want to know where you can learn more? The resources below can help you find the information you’re looking for.

Myths and Facts About Glaucoma
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Home Tonometry Resources

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The Flammer syndrome describes a combination of symptoms and signs which result from a predisposition to a generally increased sensitivity. The main focus is a modified, mostly increased response of the blood vessels to stimuli like cold or emotional stress and the resulting phenomenon like cold hands. The increased sensitivity also affects other sensations like smell, pain, vibration or medication effects etc.

Certain diseases, such as normal tension glaucoma, can even be induced (among other causes and together with other risk factors) by a Flammer Syndrome. However, most of the associated diseases are primarily caused by other factors such as mutation of a gene. Nevertheless, the Flammer syndrome can influence or modify manifestation and course of such diseases.

The following diseases are indeed seldom, but however often associated with Flammer Syndrome.

Eye diseases:

  • Normal tension glaucoma (see next page)
  • Retinal vein occlusions
  • Increased retinal venous pressure
  • Arterial occlusions in the retina, choroidea and optic nerve head
  • Susac syndrom
  • Optic nerve compartment syndrome
  • Central serous chorioretinopathy
  • Leber’s hereditary optic neuropathy
  • Retinitis pigmentosa

Visit http://www.flammer-syndrome.ch/en/ for more information.

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Resources for People with Vision Impairment or Blindness

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Low Vision Resources

Check the links below for information on low vision. This information was provided by Delaram Shirazian, OD and you can find out more by watching our webinar “An Overview of Low Vision Rehabilitation” on our events page.

The Low Vision Examination

Low Vision and Vision Rehabilitation


Additional Low Vision Resources

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National Federation of the Blind

Helen Keller Services for the Blind

VISIONS services for the blind and visually impaired

Accessible Pharmacy

Accessible Pharmacy Services for the Blind is a comprehensive, home delivery pharmacy service specializing in the needs of the blind and low vision community. Some services they provide for patients include:

Prescription medication
OTC medication
Eye drops
Insulin
Vitamins
Guide dog & companion-pet medication
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How to Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits with Glaucoma

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MEDICARE AND MEDICAID GUIDE FOR LOW-INCOME RECIPIENTS

The guide, reviewed by experts, helps inform seniors and people with disabilities about how Medicaid works with Medicare. We cover the dual eligibility standards, how to apply, and most importantly, the associated costs.  Read the guide here>>

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AFFORDABLE HEALTH INSURANCE AND MEDICARE BY STATE

Visit this website to look for affordable health insurance and medicare information in your state.

Affordable Health Insurance by State>>

Medicare Plans by State>>

From Our Partner Allergan: Looking Out For You
A Message From The Eye Care Community

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From Our Partner The National Eye Institute:
Talk With Your Doctor About Glaucoma

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with glaucoma, you may have questions about what this means.  Talk to your eye doctor about your symptoms and treatment options. You can use this guide to get the conversation going. Download the guide ».

Doctor, I Have A Question: A Guide for Patients and Their Families

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