Retina and uveitis condition guides
Browse the topics below for general information about retinal and inflammatory eye conditions. These guides do not replace an examination or individual advice from an ophthalmologist.
Age-related macular degeneration
A guide to AMD and changes affecting central vision.
Read the guideAnterior uveitis (iritis)
An introduction to inflammation at the front of the eye.
Read the guideDiabetic macular oedema
Information about swelling affecting the macula in diabetes.
Read the guideDiabetic retinopathy
Learn about diabetic changes in the retina and eye assessments.
Read the guideEpiretinal membrane
A guide to a membrane that can affect detailed central vision.
Read the guideHigh myopia and retinal health
Information about retinal monitoring with high myopia.
Read the guideInfectious and non-infectious uveitis
Why identifying the cause of inflammation matters.
Read the guideIntermediate and posterior uveitis
An overview of inflammation deeper inside the eye.
Read the guideMacular hole
Learn about a small opening affecting the macula.
Read the guideRetinal detachment
Warning signs, assessment and repair options.
Read the guideFlashes, floaters and retinal tears
When new flashes or floaters need urgent assessment.
Read the guideRetinal vein occlusion
An introduction to blockage of a retinal vein.
Read the guideRetinopathy of prematurity (ROP)
Screening information for parents of premature babies.
Read the guideUveitis
A guide to inflammation inside the eye and its evaluation.
Read the guideVitreous haemorrhage
Information about bleeding into the gel inside the eye.
Read the guideFor a sudden loss of vision, a curtain or shadow, or a sudden shower of floaters, seek urgent eye assessment rather than waiting for an online reply.