Suddenly seeing flashes of light, floating specks, shadows or other strange vision problems may be signs of a torn retina that needs to be treated.
Eye examinations are important for detecting conditions early in childhood.
Keratoconus is a progressive degeneration of the cornea. As the cornea becomes thinner and changes to a cone-like shape, vision becomes blurry.
Eye cancer is a rare form of cancer that often begins elsewhere in the body before taking root in the eyes. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Adult strabismus is a condition in which eyes wander to one side, cross, or are higher or lower than the other. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Uveitis is a potentially serious condition that produces inflammation inside the eye and can destroy essential eye tissues and lead to blindness.
A corneal abrasion is a trauma or tear to the delicate tissue on the outermost layer of the eye. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Poorly managed diabetes can cause several diabetic eye diseases—including diabetic retinopathy, diabetic macular edema, cataracts and glaucoma. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
A cataract is a clouding of the eye lens, which is normally clear. Learn about symptoms and treatment.