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  • Diabetic retinopathy

    Find out more about diabetic retinopathy, a complication of diabetes, caused by high blood sugar levels damaging the back of the eye (retina).

  • Detached retina (retinal detachment)

    Read about a detached retina, which is where the thin layer at the back of the eye (retina) becomes loose from the back of the eye. Find out what the symptoms are, what causes it and how it's treated.

  • Conjunctivitis

    Conjunctivitis is where your eyes are red and sore. Read about what causes conjunctivitis, how to prevent it and how to treat it.

  • Childhood cataracts

    Find out about childhood cataracts which occur when changes in the lens of a child's eye cause it to become less transparent, resulting in blurred or misty vision.

  • Astigmatism

    Find out more about astigmatism, a common eye condition, including the symptoms and how it's treated.

  • Albinism

    Albinism is an inherited condition that affects the production of melanin, the pigment that colours the skin, hair and eyes.

  • Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)

    Find out more about age-related macular degeneration (AMD), which mainly affects people over 50 years of age and usually leads to a gradual loss of central vision.

  • Complications of type 2 diabetes

    Find out about possible complications of type 2 diabetes, such as heart disease and problems with your feet, eyes or nerves.

  • Complications of type 1 diabetes

    Find out about possible complications of type 1 diabetes, including long-term complications, such as heart disease and problems with your feet, eyes or nerves.

  • Symptoms of retinoblastoma

    Find out about the symptoms of retinoblastoma. The main sign is a white glow or reflection in the centre of the eye.