Eyes

Your eyes are your windows to the world. Discover more about how your eyes work, and how to care for them.

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Objects or chemicals in the eye

A piece of metal, dirt or chemicals in your eye can be annoying and often dangerous. Here’s what to do if you suspect something’s in your eye.

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Black eye

A black eye is a bruise in the tissues around the eye. It’s a good idea to get it checked by a doctor in case it’s a symptom of a more serious eye injury.

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Itchy eyes

Itchy eyes are usually caused by an allergy or by dry eye syndrome. There are things you can do to treat and prevent itchy eyes. Read more on the causes here.

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Eye cancer

Eye cancer develops when abnormal cells in the eye grow and divide uncontrollably. Eye cancer can be hard to treat, but it is rare in Australia.

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Eye health

Learn about your eyes and the best way to keep them healthy. In this page, you’ll find health eye tips and information about tests and surgical procedures.

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Dry eye disease

Dry eye disease is a common condition that happens when your eyes don't produce enough tears. Your eyes may feel sore and gritty and your vision blurry.

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Eye care

Help protect your eyes at home and at work with these simple tips.

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Eye diseases

Find information on common eye diseases, such as conjunctivitis, glaucoma, refractive errors, cataracts, colour blindness, diabetic retinopathy and keratoconus.

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Eye-health tips for over-60s

Did you know that your eyes need 3 times as much light when you’re 60 as they did when you were 20 years old? Learn more about mature eyes here.

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Retinal detachment

Retinal detachment is a medical emergency caused by ageing and eye injury. If you experience vision disturbance, go to the emergency department.

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Cataract surgery

Learn more about this procedure, which involves replacing the cloudy lens of the eye with a clear plastic lens.

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Cataracts

Cataracts are a clouding of the eye’s lens and a leading cause of blindness. Most people develop cataracts by age 90, but they can affect anyone, even babies.

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Blurred vision

Blurred vision can be caused by several eye conditions or by an underlying disease, such as diabetes. Learn here what to do if you experience blurred vision.

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Correcting a squint (child)

Strabismus surgery should make your child’s eyes point in the same direction. Sometimes the operation gives better long-term results the earlier it is performed.

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Blepharitis

Experiencing pain, heat and swelling in the eyelids? You could have blepharitis, inflammation that usually affects both eyes. Here’s how to treat it.

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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 corneal ulcer.

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Corneal transplant surgery

Disease of the cornea causes the transparent outer layer of the front of your eye to become less clear. If other treatments do not help, a corneal transplant can be performed to improve your vision.

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Blocked tear duct

A blocked tear duct prevents your tears from draining well. Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatments of blocked tear ducts

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LASIK surgery

LASIK is a surgical procedure to improve your eyesight.

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Stye

A stye occurs when the glands in your eyelids become blocked and get infected. You may notice a small red lump or swelling on your eyelid. Here's what to do.

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Retinal diseases

The retina is a collection of light sensitive nerve cells at the back of the eyeball. Retinal disorders damage these delicate cells and reduce someone’s ability to see.

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Eye strain

Eye strain can happen when you use your eyes to concentrate on something for too long. Learn here about what you can do to prevent eye strain.

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Eye injuries

Links to our information partners' articles about eye injuries.

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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 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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Conjunctivitis (pink eye)

Known as 'pink eye', conjunctivitis is a contagious disease where the whites of the eye appear pink and may have a sticky discharge.

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Eye discharge

Do you have a discharge from the eyes? From styes to scratches, this can indicate an infection and could be caused by any number of conditions.

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5 reasons to look after your eyes

It's common to develop serious eye conditions as you age, or through illness and injury, but there is plenty you can do to protect your eyes from damage.

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Amblyopia (lazy eye)

The early diagnosis and treatment of amblyopia (lazy eye) with glasses, contact lenses or eye patches can prevent long-term vision problems.

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