Tragedy of a Sudanese Family: Hereditary Glaucoma Leads to Blindness
In a village in Al Faw locality, Al Qadarif state, eastern Sudan, a family is suffering from the devastating effects of hereditary glaucoma, also known as "black water."
Ten members of the family have gone completely blind due to this condition, while others are facing severe vision impairments that threaten total blindness.
Hereditary "glaucoma," popularly known as "black water," has turned the tragedy of a Sudanese family into a public opinion issue.
The family's situation has sparked concern and highlights the severity of human suffering in the region.
Author's summary:
A Sudanese family suffers from hereditary glaucoma.