Blindness

Blindness and low vision can seriously affect every part of your life, but support and some treatments are available. Find out about getting help.

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Refractive errors

Refractive errors are very common, causing blurred vision. Learn about short sightedness, astigmatism and other types of refractive errors here.

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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.

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Retinitis pigmentosa

Retinitis pigmentosa is a genetic eye disorder that causes vision loss, including night blindness and tunnel vision. Discover the symptoms and causes.

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Sensory impairments

Sensory impairments can affect a person’s hearing or vision, as well as their sense of touch, taste or smell.

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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.

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Eyes

Learn how your eyes work, common eye problems, and tips for maintaining healthy vision. Regular eye check-ups are important for optimal eye health.

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Short-sightedness (myopia)

Short-sightedness, or myopia, is a common eye problem that makes distant objects to appear blurred. Learn how it affects vision and how it is treated.

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Presbyopia

Presbyopia is a condition where your eyes become less able to focus as you age. Learn how presbyopia changes your vision and how it can be corrected.

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Retinal detachment surgery

A retinal detachment is where the inner layer at the back of your eye peels off. Retinal detachment surgery should prevent your vision from getting worse.

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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.

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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.

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Eye tests

Regular eye tests can pick up problems before you have any symptoms. You don't need a referral to see an optometrist. Learn more about eye tests here.

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Eye-health tips for over-60s

As you grow older, your eyes will change. Some eye conditions become more common as you age. Learn about mature eyes here and how to care for them.

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LASIK surgery

LASIK is a surgical procedure to improve your eyesight.

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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.

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Long-sightedness (hyperopia)

Long-sightedness (hyperopia) is a common eye problem that makes close objects seem blurred. Learn about the causes and treatment of long-sightedness.

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Blurred vision

Blurred vision can occur due to fatigue or irritation, but it may also signal a serious issue. Learn what to do if you experience sudden blurry vision.

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Charles Bonnet syndrome

People with Charles Bonnet syndrome experience visions (phantom images) but are mentally healthy. Learn more about living with the condition here.

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Astigmatism

Astigmatism may be present from birth or develop with age, injuries, or diseases causing blurred vision. Learn about symptoms, diagnosis, treatments.

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Keratoconus

Keratoconus is an eye condition which where the cornea thins and bulges outward into a cone shape, causing vision loss.

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Ptosis surgery (adult)

Ptosis surgery involves lifting your eyelid to improve its position and improve your vision.

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Correcting a squint (adult)

Strabismus surgery should make your eyes point in the same direction and improve any double vision.

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Guide dogs

Guide dogs, also called seeing eye dogs, are trained to help people who are blind or visually impaired to travel safely and independently.

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Blepharoplasty

A blepharoplasty is an operation to make your eyelids appear younger and may improve your vision.

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Botulism

Botulism is a rare, potentially fatal illness causing paralysis, vision, swallowing and breathing problems. Botulism needs urgent hospital treatment.

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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.

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Laser eye surgery

Laser eye surgery can treat some medical conditions that affect your eyes or improve your vision. Learn about types, risks and benefits.

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Diabetic retinopathy

Discover how diabetes can slowly damage your retina (the back of your eye). This can lead to diabetic retinopathy and vision problems.

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Vitamin A and your health

Vitamin A (retinol) is important for your vision, skin and immune system. Most Australians can get enough vitamin A by eating a varied, healthy diet.

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