It is important for people in late adulthood to have regular eye exams for conditions such as ___________, which is pressure buildup in the fluid of the eye, and ____________, which is a hardening of the lens of the eye.
A) glaucoma; cataract
B) cataract; glaucoma
C) retinal detachment; glaucoma
D) cataract; retinal detachment

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Glaucoma is characterized by increased pressure in the eye, which can lead to damage of the optic nerve, while cataracts involve the clouding or hardening of the eye's lens. Both conditions are common in late adulthood, making regular eye exams important for early detection and management.

It Is Important for People in Late Adulthood to Have