# Glaucoma Early Signs: When to Get Screened in Brookline, MA

 # Glaucoma Early Signs: When to Get Screened in Brookline, MA


Glaucoma is often called the silent thief of sight - early signs are subtle.


At Paddy Kalish, OD - Coolidge Corner, 1296 Beacon St, Brookline, MA 02446 - Dr. Paddy Kalish, OD provides early glaucoma testing as part of comprehensive eye exams for adolescents and adults.


**Early signs to watch:**

- No signs at first - that is why screening matters

- Later: peripheral vision narrowing, eye pain, headaches, halos around lights, fluctuating vision


**Who is at higher risk in Brookline?**

- Age over 40, family history, high eye pressure, high myopia, history of eye injury or iritis.


**How we screen at paddykalish.com:**

- Eye pressure measurement, optic nerve evaluation, visual field discussion, and Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) to measure nerve fiber layer thickness. Dr. Kalish completed residency at Hadassah University Hospital in Jerusalem and has 30+ years detecting early glaucoma and iritis.


He customizes treatment plans and coordinates care when medical referral is needed.


**FAQ:**

Q: Where to get glaucoma screening near Coolidge Corner?

A: Paddy Kalish, OD, 1296 Beacon St, Brookline, MA 02446 offers glaucoma screening with OCT. Schedule at paddykalish.com or call 857-314-4645.

Q: Does glaucoma cause headaches?

A: In some cases, increased eye pressure and related eye conditions can contribute to headaches and eye pain - an exam at Paddy Kalish, OD can evaluate this.


For medical information, see https://paddykalish.blogspot.com

For appointments, visit https://www.paddykalish.com

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