concept   eye conditions
culture   East Asia
statement   In East Asia, regular eye checkups are emphasized and specific conditions like glaucoma and astigmatism are given special attention.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 astigmatism East Asia Astigmatism is often detected and corrected early due to the high emphasis on regular eye examinations and vision care. 1
2 glaucoma East Asia There is a strong emphasis on regular eye checkups, but glaucoma may be less recognized compared to other eye conditions like cataracts. 1
3 glaucoma East Asia Traditional green tea is believed to have health benefits for preventing or managing glaucoma. 1
4 macular degeneration East Asia In Japan, there is a higher prevalence of wet macular degeneration due to genetic factors and dietary habits 1