Other Eye Problems

Below are our 13 articles in the 'other eye problems' category:

Corneal Disease
There are many conditions that fall under the umbrella title of corneal disease these can be the result of genetic factors, age and degeneration or because of an infection.

Types of ...
Corneal Ulcers
Corneal ulcers are sores that develop on the fluid filled dome seen at the front of the eye. They occur ofte nbecause of infections and dry eyes. Contact lense wearers are more at risk due the higher ...
Diabetes and Eyes
There are over 2 million people with diabetes in the UK. The charity Diabetes UK, estimates that another 750,000 people have the condition and aren’t aware of it. Diabetes is a condition which ...
Double Vision
If you look at your finger and draw it very close to your eyes you’ll be aware that everything in the background becomes two separate images. This is because your eyes have ‘converged’ for the near ...
Dry Eye
Dry eye can mean a number of conditions which affect the amount and quality of fluid in the eye. There are several treatments available which can ease symptoms and treat the problem depending on the ...
Eye Infections
There are a number of infections which can affect the eye and vision. One of the most common is conjunctivitis. This is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, which is the thin transparent layer that ...
Flashes and Floaters
Many people experience floaters or flashes of light at some time. These are generally not harmful to your eyesight but should always be checked out to make sure. They could be a sign of something ...
Hay Fever and Allergies
People who suffer from hay-fever and allergies, find that contact lenses are not very comfortable to wear. Many people find it is better to wear their glasses when hay-fever or other allergies flare ...
Keratoconus
Keratoconus can begin to develop in your late teens or twenties but it may take some time to be detected, as the condition occurs very slowly over time. Treatments are available ranging from eye ...
Nystagmus
Nystagmus is a disorder of the eye commonly believed to be causes primarily due to communications problems between the eye and the brain or because of other conditions of the eye such as glaucoma or ...
Retinal Vein Occlusion
Retinal vein occlusion occurs when the small veins that carry blood away from the retina become blocked. These blockages can be caused by blood clots developed from thickened blood, fatty plaques or ...
Retinitis Pigmentosa
Retinitis Pigmentosa Retinitis pigmentosa is a complaint affecting the part of the eye called the retina which is involved as part of the first stages of the visual process, and is concerned ...
What is Graves' Ophthalmology?
Graves’ ophthalmology is a condition that is associated with the condition called Graves’ disease. This disorder primarily affects the thyroid gland but can involve disorders of the skin, ...

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