Age-related macular degeneration
Age-related macular degeneration (ARMD) is a very common cause of reduced vision in the UK. As the name suggests, it is a condition that tends to become more common as people get older. Caroline MacEwen, consultant ophthamologist and Paul ... [... more]
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Cataracts
The word 'cataract' is used to describe any opacity or reduction in clarity of the lens of the eye. This can mean anything from mild cloudiness of the lens to complete opacification. Most people over the age of 50 have some haziness over the lens ... [... more]
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Conjunctivitis (inflammation of the eye)
Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the conjunctivae, which are the mucous membranes covering the white of the eyes and the inner side of the eyelids. It usually affects both eyes at the same time although it may start in one eye and spread to ... [... more]
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Glaucoma
Glaucoma is not one disorder but a range of conditions in which the pressure inside the eye becomes too high. This results in damage to the optic nerve at the back of the eye which can lead to loss of vision if left untreated. Glaucoma is one of ... [... more]
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Foreign body in the eye
Any material such as dust, sand or paint that gets into the eye is called a foreign body. Foreign bodies fall into two categories. Non-perforating superficial foreign bodies are generally either blown or fall into the eye. This may occur, for ... [... more]
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How to use your eye drops
Eye drops are a sterile solution or suspension of medicine. They are used to produce a local effect directly on the eye. If your eye drops are a suspension, the label will remind you to shake the bottle before using the drops. Wipe your eyes with ... [... more]
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