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The role of a ophthalmologist

Ophthalmologists are eye doctors or surgeons who specialise in assessment diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases. Learn what an ophthalmologist does.

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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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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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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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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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Twitching eye

A twitching eye can be annoying but usually gets better on its own. Find out what may be causing your eye twitch and when to see your doctor.

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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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Sjögren’s syndrome

Sjögren's syndrome is an autoimmune condition that commonly affects your eyes and salivary glands. Here's how your doctor may diagnose it.

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Pubic lice (crabs)

Pubic lice (crabs) are tiny insects spread mainly by sexual contact. Find out the symptoms, the treatment and how to stop pubic lice spreading.

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Eye cancer

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

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