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The Process of Getting a Guide Dog
Getting a guide dog takes months of training for both you and the dog, and costs just 50p if you qualify through the UK association.
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.
Eyewear for the Partially Sighted
Most opticians won't supply eyewear to partially sighted people, but specialist providers can help you find glasses that work for your vision.
Eye Symptom Checker (Free Tool)
Describe your eye symptoms and we will help you understand what might be going on and whether it needs urgent attention.
What Do Intravitreal Injections Treat?
Intravitreal injections deliver medication directly into the eye to treat retinal diseases while minimising side effects.
Rosacea in the Eye
When rosacea spreads to your eyes, it can cause serious problems that need treatment to protect your vision.
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.
Herpes Infections in the Eye
Herpes simplex virus can infect your eye's cornea, causing painful inflammation and redness that needs treatment.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
What Is Ozurdex?
Ozurdex is an implant that treats swelling in the retina from age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and related eye diseases.