Glaucoma Patient Education Materials
Living well with glaucoma – Elevating your treatment
Patient empowerment plays a vital role in effective glaucoma care. When patients understand their condition and treatment, they’re more likely to stay on track with therapy, which will in turn improve their quality of life and long-term treatment outcomes. The glaucoma patient education materials here aim to elevate the standard of glaucoma care and empower patients to live well with the condition.
These patient materials are designed to:
- Support patients in understanding glaucoma
- Promote treatment adherence
- Encourage meaningful conversations between patients and their eye care providers
- Provide practical tips for patients to live well with glaucoma
This initiative is a collaboration between the Asia-Pacific Glaucoma Society (APGS) and Santen Asia, created to support ophthalmologists in educating patients across Asia. All content has been independently reviewed and approved by APGS to ensure medical accuracy and relevance. While Santen supported production, APGS maintained full editorial independence throughout the development process.
1. Patient Practical Tips Booklet
A booklet designed to support patients in managing glaucoma, featuring practical daily living tips, guidance on eyedrop application, and helpful advice on managing medication side effects.
2. Patient Education Videos
Short, easy-to-understand videos that explain glaucoma, its diagnosis, treatment options, potential side effects, and how to live well with glaucoma.
EP1 - What is Glaucoma?
Glaucoma is a silent thief of sight — often progressing without symptoms until it's too late. In this episode, learn how glaucoma develops and why early detection is key to protecting your vision.
EP2 - Diagnosing glaucoma
Glaucoma can cause permanent damage before you notice any changes. Watch this video to learn how it is diagnosed and why regular eye exams are essential for early detection.
EP3 - Treatment of glaucoma
A glaucoma diagnosis doesn't mean losing your sight — but it does require lifelong care. This episode explores treatment options and how they play a role in preserving your vision.
EP4 - Understanding prostaglandin-associated periorbitopathy syndrome (PAPS)
Noticed changes around your eyes since starting glaucoma treatment? This could be a side effect known as prostaglandin-associated periorbitopathy syndrome (PAPS). Watch this video to better understand PAPs and how you and your doctor can manage it together.
- EP5 - Understanding ocular surface disease (OSD)
Ocular surface disease is common in many people with glaucoma and can interfere with treatment. Learn how to spot the symptoms and explore gentler, preservative-free options in this episode.
EP6 - Living with glaucoma
Managing glaucoma takes more than just sticking to treatment. This video shares practical ways to build healthy habits that protect your sight and help you live well with glaucoma
Disclaimers:
- These materials are provided for informational and educational purposes only and are not intended to replace the advice, diagnosis, or treatment of a physician or qualified healthcare professional.
- Physicians and healthcare professionals should use their clinical judgment based on each individual patient's condition when applying the information provided.
- Patients should always consult their physician or healthcare professional for personalized medical advice and guidance specific to their condition.