New Delhi, March 11 -- Glaucoma is a set of eye diseases that destroys the optic nerve - the nerve present in the back of the eyes. This can lead to blindness and vision loss. Getting a comprehensive dilated eye exam can help in detecting the presence of glaucoma. One of the most common symptoms of glaucoma is slow vision loss. In angle-closure glaucoma, people may experience symptoms such as sudden vision disturbances and nausea. Glaucoma, if detected in the early stages, can be prevented. It is important to create awareness about early detection of glaucoma to prevent vision loss. Every year, World Glaucoma Day is observed with the intention of making more people aware of the set of diseases and the dangers of avoiding detection. As we ge...