
Eye cancer
Eye cancer is a general term that includes different cancer types. The type of cancer you have depends on the type of cell it starts in. There are different parts of the eye and some of these are more likely to get cancer than others.
Eye cancer is a general term that includes different cancer types. The type of cancer you have depends on the type of cell it starts in. There are different parts of the eye and some of these are more likely to get cancer than others.
Learn about different parts of the eye and how they each can be affected by cancer.
There are not always obvious symptoms for eye cancer and it is most likely to be picked up during a routine eye test.
Eye cancer is very rare in the UK. We know there are some possible risk factors for different types of eye cancer.
Eye cancer is rare so statistics for eye cancer are harder to estimate.
The stage and type of your eye cancer helps your specialist decide what treatment you need.
You should see your doctor or optician if you notice a change that isn't normal for you or if you have any of the possible signs and symptoms of eye cancer.
Your treatment depends on the type and stage of your eye cancer, and your general health.
Find out where you can get support to help you cope with eye cancer and its treatment.
Read about the latest UK research looking at eye cancer.
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