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  1. Retinal detachment

    If a detached retina is not treated, it can lead to total blindness.

  2. Eye floaters

    Some eye floaters look like small dots, while others appear like threads or little hairy clumps.

  3. Diabetic retinopathy

    Without treatment, diabetic retinopathy can cause loss of vision and blindness.

  4. Eyes - retinitis pigmentosa

    Retinitis pigmentosa is the collective name for a range of diseases that damage the retina and cause vision to deteriorate.

  5. Eyes - common problems

    You can help prevent dry eyes and minimise the risk of tired or sore eyes while reading or using a computer.

  6. Short-sightedness

    If you are short-sighted, you will have trouble seeing objects clearly in the distance and they will appear blurry.

  7. Smoking and eye disease

    Smoking is thought to be a factor in age-related macular degeneration and blindness.

  8. Eye tests

    Regular eye tests or check-ups detect problems early, so you can have early treatment to minimise any permanent damage to your eyes.

  9. Eyes - uveitis

    Iritis can cause vision problems if it is not treated.

  10. Vision or hearing impairment

    There are many government services and for people living with or caring for someone with vision or hearing impairments.

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