Our information on individual eye conditions is medically checked and is designed to be as useful as possible. We have grouped them, in alphabetical order, into three groups: names beginning with A to C, D to N and O to Z to make them easier to find quickly.
If you wish to use this information for patients and clients, you will find that each page has a link to a printable version. Please feel free to print and photocopy as many copies of the information as you may need.
Rare eye conditions
If you have been diagnosed with an eye condition not listed here, you may find a support group. A number have been established for rarer eye conditions.
Visiting the optician or hospital
Please see Visiting an optician and Visiting the hospital for advice on how to get the best from your appointments, and looking after your eyes for information on keeping your eyes healthy and safe.
Getting the most from your sight
Much can be done to help people with some vision. Magnifiers, lighting and use of colour can make a big difference. Our Making the most of your remaining sight pages offer for tips on making things easier to see.
If you, or someone you know, has an eye problem and a learning disability, Look Up may be able to help you.
What happens next
If you've recently been diagnosed with a sight problem or even if you've been living with sight loss for some time, read Adapting to sight loss for practical advice to continue living confidently.
Registration as blind or partially sighted can help you get the practical support you need. It can be your "passport" to services, concessions and benefits. However, you do not need to be registered to get help from your social services or social work department.
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Contact us
If you would like to speak to someone in our Eye health information service, or if you have any queries about your eye sight, please call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or email helpline@rnib.org.uk
You can also contact our Eye Health Information service:
RNIB Eye Health Information Service
105 Judd Street
London
WC1H 9NE
Email: eyehealth@rnib.org.uk