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Is Glaucoma contagious?

Is Glaucoma transmitted from person to person? Is Glaucoma contagious? What are the routes of contagion? People with experience in Glaucoma help solve this question.

Is Glaucoma contagious?

Glaucoma is not contagious. It is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, usually due to increased pressure in the eye. It is not caused by any infectious agent and cannot be transmitted from person to person through contact or any other means. Glaucoma is often associated with aging, genetics, and certain medical conditions. Regular eye exams and early detection are crucial in managing and treating glaucoma.


Glaucoma is not contagious and cannot be transmitted from person to person by contact or any other mode of transmission, such as saliva, blood, or sexual transmission. If a family member or someone close to you has glaucoma, you can't get it at all.

Glaucoma may have an inherited component. If you have relatives with glaucoma, you are more likely to develop it than the general population because of the genetic component. Even if your parents have glaucoma, you don't have to develop it too, but it's a good idea to do some preventive screening.

Glaucoma causes damage to the optic nerve due to increased intraocular pressure that is often permanent if the disease is not treated early. Early treatments can stop the disease.
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