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Eye Health Conditions

Understanding Common Eye Conditions

Whether you've been told you might have a specific condition, or you're simply curious about your eye health, this is a straightforward guide to the conditions we see and treat most often.

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Common Eye Health Conditions

Click through to any condition below for a clear, no-jargon explanation of what it is, how we detect it, and how it's treated. If you're not sure where to start, a comprehensive eye examination is always the best first step.

Close-up of an eye with a cataract

Cataracts

Cloudy, blurred vision that develops gradually as the eye's natural lens loses its clarity. One of the most common age-related eye conditions, and highly treatable.

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Optic nerve assessment for glaucoma

Glaucoma

Often called the silent thief of sight, glaucoma damages the optic nerve with little to no early warning. Regular testing is the only reliable way to catch it early.

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Macular assessment for age-related macular degeneration

Macular Degeneration

A gradual loss of central vision affecting reading, driving and recognising faces, most common from age 50 onwards. Comes in dry and wet forms with different treatment paths.

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Dilated retinal examination for retinal detachment

Retinal Detachment

A sight-threatening emergency where the retina separates from the tissue behind it. High myopia significantly raises the risk, and early treatment is critical.

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Optos ultra-widefield retinal screening for floaters and spots

Eye Floaters & Spots

Small shapes drifting across your vision, usually harmless, but a sudden new shower can be an early sign of a retinal tear.

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Diabetic retinal screening

Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetes can quietly damage the tiny blood vessels in your retina, often without any early symptoms. Regular screening protects your long-term vision.

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Corneal topography assessment for keratoconus

Keratoconus

A progressive thinning and bulging of the cornea that distorts vision. Early detection with proper corneal imaging opens up the widest range of treatment options.

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Eye examination for pink eye and conjunctivitis

Pink Eye & Conjunctivitis

A red, irritated eye can mean several different things, from mild viral conjunctivitis to conditions needing urgent care. Getting the right diagnosis matters.

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Anterior eye examination for pterygium and pinguecula

Pterygium & Pinguecula

Common, sun-related growths on the surface of the eye. Usually harmless, but worth a proper look to rule out anything more serious.

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Dry eye assessment at the Dry Eye Clinic

Dry Eye Disease

A chronic condition of the tear film, not just a lack of tears. Proper diagnosis opens the door to real, lasting treatment beyond drops alone.

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Not Sure What's Going On?

If you're experiencing symptoms and aren't sure which condition applies, a comprehensive eye assessment is the best way to get a clear, accurate answer.

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