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Eye Cancer Learning Center

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Welcome

A cancerous growth in any part of the eye.

Basic Info

Symptoms
Genetics is thought to play a role in eye cancer. In regards to retinoblastoma, it is believed that if a tumor develo...
Causes
Genetics is thought to play a role in eye cancer. In regards to retinoblastoma, it is believed that if a tumor develo...
Tests
An ophthalmologist makes a diagnosis. The doctor is usually able to see the tumor through the pupil or directly on th...
Treatments
The treatment depends on how far advanced the tumor is. If the tumor is in the advanced stages and there is little ho...
Alternative Therapies
Other than the treatments above, there aren't any alternative treatments. New clinical trials are constantly under wa...
Risk Factors
Complications
All forms of retinoblastoma and intraocular melanoma are treatable. Enucleation can usually be avoided if found early...
Prevention
A good healthy diet and lifestyle are always recommended to prevent cancer. Known carcinogens should always be avoided.

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