Why do I need glaucoma testing?If you have open-angle glaucoma, you may not have any symptoms until the disease becomes severe. So it's important to be tested if you have certain risk factors. You may be at higher risk for glaucoma if you have a family history of glaucoma or if you are:Aged 60 or older. Glaucoma is much more common in older people.Hispanic and aged 60 or older. Hispanics in this age group have a higher risk of glaucoma compared with older adults with European ancestry.African American. Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in African Americans.Asian. People of Asian descent are at higher risk for getting closed-angle glaucoma.Closed-angle glaucoma can cause sudden and severe symptoms. If not treated promptly, it can cause blindness. Symptoms include:Sudden blurring of visionSevere eye painRed eyesColored halos around lightsNausea and vomitingIf you have any of these symptoms, seek medical help right away.
