How to Prevent Eye Cancer

Eye cancer is a form of cancer that first afflicts any segment of the eye itself, aside from the eyelid. While relatively rare, eye cancer is still considered a serious diagnosis and treatments can vary. Like any cancer, there are specific risk factors associated with eye cancer. Likewise, there are a handful of ways in which individuals can protect themselves from contracting the disease.

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Learn the Risk Factors Associated With Eye Cancer

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  Find out if your family has ever had a history of eye cancer or other forms of cancer, as this contributes to your risk.

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  Know the risk factors associated with eye cancer. Major factors include blue eyes, inherited melanoma, prolonged exposure to the sun and extensive time spent welding.

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  Report any abnormal eye functions and pain to your doctor as soon as they develop.

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  Don't wait for symptoms to become unavoidable before you find out what the cause may be. An early diagnosis can result in a more effective and less invasive treatment.

Take Action to Prevent Eye Cancer

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  Keep your immune system healthy through diet, exercise, proper nutrition and safe sexual habits.

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  Try not to spend long periods of time exposed to the sun's rays.

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  Wear protective eye-wear that blocks at least 99 percent of ultraviolet rays.

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  Limit your exposure to radiation and welding.

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  Prevent exposure of your eyes to harmful chemicals and carcinogens.

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  Talk to your doctor about any other specific steps you can take if you are at risk.