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Cancer of the eye is uncommon. It can affect the outer parts of the eye, such as the eyelid, which are made up of muscles, skin and nerves. If the cancer starts inside the eyeball it's called intraocular cancer. The most common intraocular cancers in adults are melanoma and lymphoma. The most common eye cancer in children is retinoblastoma, which starts in the cells of the retina. Cancer can also spread to the eye from other parts of the body.
Treatment for eye cancer varies by the type and by how advanced it is. It may include surgery, radiation therapy, freezing or heat therapy, or laser therapy.
SEDAC: Stratospheric Ozone and Human Health Project - Data and resources in the areas of ultraviolet (UV) radiation, ozone, and human health impacts of UV exposure. UV radiation is known to be a significant risk factor for skin cancers, eye cataracts, and immune system suppression.
Eye Cancer Network - An educational resource for patients and the professionals who care for them.
MEDLINEplus: Eye Cancer - Links-based information from the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
Cancer Group Insititute: Eye - Provides an overview of the subject.
Me and My Orbit - A story of surviving eye cancer. Includes information on ocular prosthetics.
Eyes on the Prize - Support community for living with gynecologic cancer.
CBC The Passionate Eye: Angela's Journey - A personal look at one woman's journey with breast cancer. View excerpts of her story online.
Discovery Online -- Planet Earth Cams: Sunburn Cam - Maps showing the total amount of UV radiation reaching the surface of the Earth, the Erythermal Exposure Index. Extensive UV exposure can cause skin cancer and blinding cataracts in the eyes of humans and other animals.
Cancer Of The Eye Linkline (CELL) - UK-based helpline for people whose lives are affected by loss of an eye through cancer or trauma. Support, information and links.
Baptist Hospital of East Tennessee - The facility is a leader in heart, cancer, eye and senior care along with a full range of services. Located in Knoxville.