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Age-related macular degeneration affects central vision, but early diagnosis and treatment can help preserve sight. Discover the signs, causes, and care options from a leading retinal expert.
Find out what causes capsule opacification after cataract surgery, how it affects vision, ways to reduce the risk, and how YAG laser capsulotomy restores clarity.
Wondering if you have cataracts? Learn the first signs, what vision looks like, treatment options, prevention tips, and how surgery restores clarity.
Cystoid macular oedema can affect your central vision but is often treatable. Discover its causes, symptoms, and treatment options, including care after cataract surgery.
Understand diabetic retinopathy: what it is, how it affects vision, and why regular eye checks matter if you have diabetes. See signs to watch for and how it’s treated.
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Learn what causes eye floaters, how to tell harmless floaters from signs of retinal problems, and when to seek urgent specialist care.
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From causes to treatment, find clear answers about PVD in the eye — what it is, how it progresses, and what to expect if you notice floaters or light flashes.
What happens if it’s not treated Without surgery, a detached retina will not improve. Vision in that eye will be permanently lost, and in some cases, the other eye may also be at increased risk. How to prevent retinal detachment? While you can’t prevent retinal detachment, you can reduce risks: Have regular eye checks if you’re short-sighted or have a family history Protect your eyes during sport or work that risks injury Report new flashes, floaters, or shadows immediately There’s no proven way to ‘strengthen’ the retina naturally, but healthy lifestyle choices, such as managing diabetes, controlling blood pressure, and avoiding smoking, can help protect overall eye health. Living with the diagnosis If you’re waiting to see a specialist: Avoid strenuous activity and heavy lifting Try to keep your head in a comfortable position. In some cases, your doctor may advise a specific posture Avoid driving until you’ve been told it’s safe Many people go on to recover useful vision after surgery, especially if treatment is prompt. Always ready when you need us If you or a family member have recently been diagnosed with a retinal detachment, you may want to know more about the operation and how it can help protect your sight. You can find a clear explanation of the procedure, recovery, and how treatment is arranged on our retinal detachment treatment page.
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If you have symptoms of a retinal tear, early examination and treatment can help prevent further complications. Please get in touch to arrange a timely assessment.
Learn about retinal vein occlusion, its causes, types, symptoms, and treatment. Understand how it affects vision and the importance of early management.
Possible causes include: Autoimmune diseases, like rheumatoid arthritis or ankylosing spondylitis, sarcoidosis Infections, like herpes simplex, tuberculosis, syphilis, and toxoplasmosis Eye injury or surgery Inflammatory disorders without a known trigger In many cases, the exact cause remains unknown. Uveitis treatment The goal of treatment is to reduce inflammation, relieve symptoms, and prevent vision loss. Treatment depends on the cause, location, and severity of the inflammation, but may include: Steroid eye drops or oral steroids to control inflammation Dilating drops to relieve pain and prevent scarring Immunosuppressive medication for autoimmune causes Antibiotics or antivirals for infection-related uveitis Sometimes uveitis affects the back of the eye, involving the retina and the vitreous. When this occurs, the retina can become damaged and the vitreous may turn cloudy due to inflammatory proteins and cells. In severe cases, vitrectomy surgery may be required to remove the affected vitreous and repair retinal damage. Prompt medical attention is essential, as untreated uveitis can cause glaucoma, cataracts, or retinal damage.
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