Articles by Kathryn Senior on Eye Problems and Eye Care
What Are Intravitreal Implants?
Intravitreal implants deliver drugs directly into the eye to treat diseases like diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration.
2nd April 2026
Is There an Operation for 'Lazy Eye'?
Treatment for lazy eye depends on age, but new computer-based exercises offer hope even after childhood.
2nd April 2026
Shingles in the Eye
Eye shingles happens when dormant chicken pox virus reactivates in older adults and affects the nerves around your eye and face.
12th March 2026
Telescopic Eye Implants Help Treat Macular Degeneration
Telescopic implants offer hope to people with macular degeneration by magnifying vision where standard treatments can't help.
5th March 2026
What Do Intravitreal Injections Treat?
Intravitreal injections deliver medication directly into the eye to treat retinal diseases while minimising side effects.
6th October 2011
Rosacea in the Eye
When rosacea spreads to your eyes, it can cause serious problems that need treatment to protect your vision.
22nd September 2011
Eye Melanoma: What Is It?
Eye melanoma is a rare cancer that develops in the eye's pigment cells, with fair skin and blue eyes increasing your risk.
2nd February 2011
Pros and Cons of Coloured Contact Lenses
Coloured contact lenses can change your eye colour or give you fun effects, but they come with real risks if not handled properly.
26th January 2011
Herpes Infections in the Eye
Herpes simplex virus can infect your eye's cornea, causing painful inflammation and redness that needs treatment.
26th January 2011
What Does VEGF Do in the Eye?
VEGF helps protect your eyes but can cause vision damage when produced in excess during eye disease and injury.
25th January 2011
Types of Retinal Laser Treatment
Laser photocoagulation uses focused light to seal leaky blood vessels and slow vision loss in conditions like macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.
25th January 2011
Costs of Cosmetic Eye Surgery
Eye surgery costs in the UK vary by hospital and surgeon, with most procedures paid privately since the NHS doesn't cover cosmetic work.
25th January 2011
What Is Ozurdex?
Ozurdex is an implant that treats swelling in the retina from age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and related eye diseases.
21st January 2011
What Is Lucentis?
Lucentis is a drug that blocks inflammation in the eye by targeting a molecule called VEGF-A to treat age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.
21st January 2011
What Is Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic conjunctivitis causes red, itchy eyes and stringy discharge when allergens like pollen or pet dander trigger inflammation of the eye's membrane.
19th November 2010
The RNIB and How It Supports the Blind
The RNIB helps nearly 2 million blind and partially sighted people across the UK with advice, support, and talking books services.
19th November 2010
What Is Trachomatis?
Chlamydia trachomatis is a common STI that can cause infertility, and it's also the leading cause of preventable blindness worldwide.
16th November 2010
What Is a Retinoblastoma?
A rare eye cancer in young children with excellent survival rates when caught early, affecting about 40 cases yearly in the UK.
16th November 2010
What Are Photoreceptors?
Photoreceptors are light-sensitive cells in your retina that let you see colour, contrast, and fine detail through two types called rods and cones.
8th November 2010
Angiogenesis Inhibitors and the Eye
How angiogenesis inhibitors work to prevent dangerous blood vessel growth in the eye and slow vision loss from retinal disease.
8th November 2010
Lasek and Lasik Eye Surgery: What Is the Difference?
LASIK and LASEK are both laser eye surgeries that correct vision problems, but they use different techniques to reshape your cornea.
5th November 2010
Toxocariasis and the Eye
A parasitic infection from pet roundworms can damage your eyes and cause blindness if left untreated.
9th August 2010
Symptoms and Causes of Keratitis
Keratitis causes eye redness, pain, and vision problems when the cornea becomes inflamed from injury, infection, or illness.
9th August 2010
Fungal Eye Infections
Fungal eye infections happen when fungi overcome your eye's natural defences, especially in people with weakened immunity or who wear contact lenses.
9th August 2010
My New Lens Dislocated: A Case Study
A 72-year-old's cataract surgery went wrong when her artificial lens shifted out of place, causing vision problems instead of the clear sight she expected.
9th August 2010
Is a Vitreous Haemorrhage Serious?
Vitreous haemorrhage causes sudden vision loss when blood bleeds into the eye, but it's usually treatable and doesn't involve major blood loss.
9th August 2010
The Latest Eye Tests
Regular eye tests can detect astigmatism, glaucoma, and other health conditions early when treatment is most effective.
9th August 2010
Eye Tests and Diagnosing Albinism
How eye tests can help identify albinism and its different types, from oculocutaneous to ocular forms.
9th August 2010
Can False Eyelashes Damage Your Eyes?
False eyelashes can damage your natural lashes when used repeatedly, pulling them out and requiring weeks to regrow.
8th June 2010
I Have a False Eye and Few People Notice: Case Study
Debs was born with a stunted eye from rubella exposure in the womb and got a custom false eye at age 10 that most people never notice.
8th June 2010
What Makes Our Eyes Different Colours
How eumelanin pigment density and iris structure determine whether your eyes are brown, blue, green, grey or another shade.
7th June 2010
Eye Sight Charts: How Are They Different?
Different eye charts test your vision in different ways, and the classic Snellen chart has real limitations for accurate testing.
7th June 2010
Diabetes Damaged My Sight: Case Study
Paul lost his sight to diabetes complications despite decades of careful blood sugar management and cataract surgery.
3rd June 2010
What Does It Mean to Be Legally Blind?
Legal blindness isn't total sight loss, it's a specific definition that determines eligibility for benefits and support services.
2nd June 2010
Colour Vision: What Employers Need to Know
Employers need to know how colour blindness affects safety and job performance in roles like transport, manufacturing, and design.
2nd June 2010
What Makes Colour Vision Possible?
Your eyes see colour because cone cells in the retina contain special pigments that respond to different wavelengths of light.
16th April 2010
My Son Is Colour Blind: Case Study
A mother shares how her son's colour blindness affected his life choices and why the condition deserves more serious attention than most people realise.
16th April 2010
What Does Uveitis Mean?
Uveitis is inflammation of the uvea, the eye's middle layer, causing redness, swelling and pain from infections or inflammatory conditions.
14th April 2010
I Had to Have Laser Treatment for RVO: A Case Study
A man's sudden vision loss turned out to be a retinal vein blockage that needed laser surgery to prevent permanent damage.
14th April 2010
Why Did I Wait So Long to Get Varifocals?
A woman shares why she resisted varifocals for years and what finally changed her mind about age-related eye changes.
13th April 2010
What Is the Blood Retinal Barrier?
The blood retinal barrier is a protective layer at the back of your eye that keeps harmful substances out while maintaining the delicate environment needed.
12th April 2010
Questionnaire: How Well Do You Know Your Eyes?
Test your eye knowledge with this quick questionnaire and learn surprising facts about how your eyes actually work.
30th March 2010
What Is Retinal Vein Occlusion, RVO
A blocked vein in the retina stops blood from draining properly, causing fluid buildup and vision loss, especially in older adults with heart disease.
29th March 2010
Causes of Blindness Worldwide: Facts and Figures
37 million people worldwide are completely blind, with preventable cases concentrated in developing countries where resources are scarce.
2nd December 2009
Questionnaire: Do I Need an Eye Test?
Check if you need an eye test by spotting common vision problems like squinting at the TV or holding reading materials at arm's length.
2nd December 2009
Designer Glasses: Are They Worth It?
Whether designer glasses justify their cost depends on your budget and style preferences, plus what you remember about eyewear decades ago.
2nd December 2009
Glasses or Contacts? How to Choose
Weigh the practical differences between glasses and contacts to figure out which option works best for your lifestyle and vision needs.
26th November 2009
My Lazy Eye Got Me Bulllied at School
A man recalls how a lazy eye and the eye patch used to treat it made him a target for bullies during his childhood.
26th November 2009
My Mum Has Macular Degeneration
A woman shares how her mum adapted to sudden vision loss from macular degeneration and is regaining confidence with support.
26th November 2009
I Had Cosmetic Surgery on My Eyelids
Angela had droopy eyelids that made her feel old, so she got surgery to fix them and found newfound confidence.
26th November 2009
An Accident at Work Detached My Retina!
A shop fitter's workplace accident left a nail embedded in his eye, leading to emergency surgery and a detached retina.
26th November 2009
White Glow in Corner of Eye: What Can It Be?
A white glow in the corner of your child's eye needs proper evaluation by an eye specialist to rule out serious conditions.
5th May 2009