When you think about managing diabetes, you may think about monitoring blood sugar, staying active, eating well, and keeping up with regular medical appointments. But there’s another important part of diabetes care that shouldn’t be overlooked: your eye health.

Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of permanent vision loss worldwide, yet many people don’t realize they have it until significant damage has already occurred. Often referred to as the “silent thief of sight,” glaucoma typically develops gradually and without noticeable symptoms in early stages.