Who is at increased risk for glaucoma?

Who is at increased risk for glaucoma?

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There are certain people who are at increased risk for glaucoma. If you have a family history of glaucoma you're an increased risk. If you're a dark skinned individual: black, native American, Hispanic, you're an increased risk for glaucoma. Those people should definitely be getting annual eye checkups and often at an age younger than 4.