Eye diseases and conditions
Amblyopia (lazy eye)
Amblyopia (lazy eye) occurs when someone’s eye develops abnormally. Early diagnosis and treatment is important.
Blepharitis
Experiencing dry, red and swollen eyelids? You could have blepharitis, inflammation that usually affects both eyes. Here's how to treat it.
Blocked tear duct
A blocked tear duct prevents your tears from draining well. Learn more about the causes, symptoms and treatments of blocked tear ducts.
Blurred vision
Blurred vision can happen due to fatigue or eye irritation, but it may also mean there is a serious issue. Learn what to do for sudden blurry vision.
Cataracts
Cataracts are a clouding of the lens of your eye. They are a leading cause of blindness, especially in older people. Learn more about cataracts.
Colour blindness
If you are colour blind, you may find it hard to tell red from green, or blue from yellow. Find out more about colour vision testing.
Conjunctivitis
Conjunctivitis (or pink eye) is a contagious disease where the whites of your eye appear pink and you may also have a sticky discharge.
Corneal ulcers
A corneal ulcer will make the affected eye red and painful. Find out why you need to seek prompt medical treatment if you think you might have a corne...
Diabetic retinopathy
Discover how diabetes can slowly damage your retina (the back of your eye). This can lead to diabetic retinopathy and vision problems.
Dry eyes
Dry eyes is a common problem that happens when your eyes don't make enough tears. Read about the symptoms, causes and treatments for dry eyes.
Eye cancer
Eye cancer develops when abnormal cells in the eye grow and divide uncontrollably. Eye cancer is rare in Australia, but it can be hard to treat.
Eye discharge
Eye discharge can indicate an infection and can be caused by a number of conditions. Learn more about what to do if you have eye discharge.
Eye floaters
Small specks, cobweb-like strands or clouds that move across your vision are called eye floaters. You can learn more about eye floaters here.
Eye infections
Eye infections like conjunctivitis can be caused by viruses or bacteria. Some eye infections are serious – learn about the symptoms and treatment.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is an eye condition that damages the optic nerve and can lead to vision loss. Learn more about glaucoma symptoms, treatments and causes.
Itchy eyes
Itchy eyes are often caused by an allergy or dry eye syndrome. Read more about what causes itchy eyes and what you can do to treat and prevent them.
Keratoconus
Keratoconus is an eye condition which where the cornea thins and bulges outward into a cone shape, causing vision loss.
Macular degeneration
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can lead to vision loss. You can reduce your risk with healthy lifestyle choices and having regular eye checks.
Optic neuritis
Eye pain and sudden loss of vision? It could be optic neuritis, inflammation of your optic nerve — learn about its symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
Refractive errors
Refractive errors are very common, causing blurred vision. Learn about short sightedness, astigmatism and other types of refractive errors.
Retinal detachment
Retinal detachment is when the retina separates from the back of the eye. It’s a medical emergency and can lead to blindness without prompt treatment.
Retinitis pigmentosa
Retinitis pigmentosa is a genetic eye disorder that causes vision loss, including night blindness and tunnel vision. Discover the symptoms and causes.
Stye
A stye is a small red lump on your eyelid, the glands become blocked and get infected. Use warm compresses, keep it clean and see your doctor.
Trachoma
Trachoma is a contagious eye infection that can cause blindness if left untreated. Learn about symptoms, treatment, and how to prevent infection.
Twitching eye
A twitching eye can be annoying but usually gets better on its own. Find out what may be causing your eye twitch and when to see your doctor.
Uveitis
If left untreated, uveitis - or inflammation of the middle layer of your eye, can lead to blindness. Here's how to spot the symptoms of uveitis.
