Emergency Department Patient Checklist
Purpose of the checklist This checklist is a guide for things you may wish to discuss with the…
Emergency Department
Chalazion
What is a chalazion? A chalazion is an inflammatory lump or cyst on the eyelid caused by the…
Posterior vitreous detachment (PVD)
The vitreous The vitreous is a clear jelly-like substance filling the cavity of the eye. It lies directly…
Iritis (Anterior Uveitis)
What is iritis? Iritis or anterior uveitis is an inflammatory condition involving the coloured part of the eye…
Hyphaema
What is a hyphaema? A hyphaema is bleeding in the front part of the eye. It is most…
Corneal Foreign Body
What is a corneal foreign body? A corneal foreign body is a small object which has adhered (stuck)…
Corneal Abrasion
What is a corneal abrasion? A corneal abrasion is a scratch on the surface of the clear part…
Conjunctivitis
What is conjunctivitis? Conjunctivitis means the white of the eye (the sclera) is pink due to inflammation of…
Ten tips to protect your eyes
Eye safety is very important when doing any activity that involves chemicals, tools or materials that can break…
