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Hypertensive eye disease includes many kinds of problems caused by high blood pressure. The most common one is called hypertensive retinopathy, where the blood vessels in the eye get damaged. Other commonly affected parts of the eye due to hypertension include the choroid, the vascular bed of the retina, and the optic nerve. This is known as hypertensive choroidopathy and …

Eye cancer occurs when cells in or around the eye multiply uncontrollably, forming a tumour. These tumours can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). Malignant tumours can grow and spread to other parts of the body. Early detection and treatment are crucial to prevent the cancer from spreading. If caught early, many eye cancers can be effectively treated, preserving vision …