Eye Cancer

When persistent changes appear in vision or in the appearance of the eye, a careful evaluation is advisable, since eye cancer groups together tumors that can originate in different ocular structures, such as the retina, the uvea, or the tissues surrounding the eyeball.

Possible signs: blurred vision or partial loss of sight, flashes or spots in the visual field, a growing dark spot on the iris, or changes in the position of the eye.

Why watch for it? Many of these signs overlap with more common eye problems, so only an appropriate examination can distinguish them.

Specialist who treats it: the ophthalmologist performs the eye examination and the necessary studies. When visual changes do not go away, scheduling an ophthalmologic evaluation is the prudent decision.