Book Description

Many people with chronic eye problems like glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, cataract, etc., experience numerous physical and emotional challenges. These challenges if not appropriately managed, ultimately lead to loss of some or all of their vision. Having a chronic eye problem, however, does not automatically sentence one to vision loss and blindness. There is a way to manage it and live well without losing your vision. 'How not to go blind from chronic eye conditions' is a practical self-management guide that will show chronic eye disease patients, their carers as well as persons at risks for developing these eye conditions how to overcome the challenges associated these conditions.In this guide, Dr Rose, a trusted Eye Care and Protection Guide shares her professional knowledge, and experiences garnered from managing her eye condition and supporting her patients with theirs. This includes: (1) Laying the right foundations for managing a chronic eye condition successfully. (2) Using medications correctly and adhering to treatment recommendations. (3) Managing the challenges that arise in the course of treatment. (4) Adopting lifestyle activities that make the best impact on vision. (5) Finding more information about eye conditions from reputable sources. (6) Applying self-management best practices.Your vision is key to a balanced and full life. Ensuring that your eye condition does not become an obstacle to living well is essential. This guide is the tool you need to make this a reality.