Eye cancer

Eye cancer includes different types of cancer. The type of cancer you have depends on the type of cell it starts in.

Eye cancer symptoms are not always obvious. It is most likely to be picked up during a routine eye test.

We don't know what causes most eye cancers. But there are some factors that can increase your risk of developing it. 

Survival depends on many factors including the stage and type of your eye cancer.

The stage of eye cancer tells you how big it is and whether it has spread. The type tells you which type of cell the cancer started in.

Your GP or optometrist will ask you about your symptoms, and they might examine you. They may arrange tests or a referral to a specialist.

Your treatment depends on several factors. These include what type of eye cancer you have, how big it is and whether it has spread (the stage). It also depends on your general health. 

There is support available for you and your family during and after treatment for eye cancer.

Read about the latest UK research looking at eye cancer.