Will glaucoma cause blindness? If you’ve recently been diagnosed with glaucoma, one of the first questions that may come to mind is: “Will I go blind from glaucoma?” In this episode of Field of Vision with Nikki D, we talk honestly about the fear of vision loss and what glaucoma really means for your long-term eye health.

Nikki has lived with glaucoma for more than 25 years and previously worked as a medical and surgical technologist in an eye surgery center. In this episode, she explains how glaucoma affects the optic nerve, why eye pressure (IOP) matters, and how doctors monitor progression through tests like visual field exams and OCT scans.

You’ll learn how glaucoma is typically managed, why early detection is so important, and why many people live full lives with glaucoma while maintaining functional vision. This conversation is designed to bring calm, clarity, and realistic perspective to one of the most common fears people have after diagnosis.

If you are newly diagnosed with glaucoma or trying to better understand glaucoma treatment and monitoring, this episode will help you understand the condition and feel less alone in navigating it.

*The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects personal experiences and perspectives. It is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your ophthalmologist, physician, or qualified healthcare professional regarding any questions you may have about your eye health or medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking care because of something you heard on this podcast.