Two artists, who understand the risk of losing their sight due to their eye conditions, say it’s not stopping them from following their artistic vision!
– Age-related macular degeneration is very common. 11 million people in the U.S. have it, according to the CDC. Glaucoma, another common eye condition, affects three million Americans. Both conditions can lead to blindness.was diagnosed with glaucoma in 2017 and explains how she is losing vision in the top corner of her eye. With glaucoma, she said, you lose peripheral vision first.explained what you can and can’t see is different than glaucoma.
Risk factors for both glaucoma and macular degeneration have some similarities including Age , family history, and high blood pressure.Both women want you to be aware, there is no cure for these conditions. Although, for some people, there may be drops to help slow the progression. “You can kind of keep the progression from occurring too swiftly and that’s kind of the best you can hope for,” Bowman said.“The test to do for glaucoma is completely painless,” said Bowman. “I say prayers of Thanksgiving every morning that today I can see.”The women currently have an exhibit on display, honoring women in the arts, at the Fort Bend Museum; It is open until Friday, April 12. The Fort Bend Museum hours are 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday.
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