README.md

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title: Glaucoma Support Assistant
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# 👁️ Glaucoma Support Assistant

A specialized AI chatbot designed to support glaucoma patients by providing information and guidance about glaucoma care. Created by Dr. Chris Panos.

## Features

- **General Glaucoma Information**: Learn about glaucoma types, risk factors, and how it affects vision
- **Treatment Options**: Understand common treatment approaches (general information only)
- **Pre/Post-Operative Care**: Get general information about typical care procedures
- **Doctor's Letter Support**: Upload your doctor's letter for more personalized responses
- **User-Friendly Interface**: Easy-to-use chat interface with clear information display

## Important Notes

- This assistant provides general information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice
- Always consult your healthcare provider for medical guidance
- The chatbot will prioritize information from your doctor's letter when provided
- No medical advice is given - the assistant will always refer you to your doctor for specific medical questions

## Technical Details

- Built using Gradio for the user interface
- Powered by DeepSeek-R1 language model
- Runs on Hugging Face Spaces

## Credits

Created by Dr. Chris Panos

## Disclaimer

This AI assistant is for informational purposes only. It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.