04/02/2026
Today we mark World Cancer Day. 🌼 A day that reminds us how fragile our health is, and how important prevention and early care truly are.
You may be surprised to learn that cancer can also affect the eyes. 👀 Just a few decades ago, it was considered very rare. Unfortunately, it is becoming more common, and intraocular melanoma is among the most aggressive types of cancer.
Eye cancer may show warning signs such as changes in the shape of the eyelid or eye opening, changes in the colour of the conjunctiva or sclera, bulging of the eye, or worsening vision — blurred or cloudy. 👁️
One of the main risk factors is ultraviolet (UV) radiation. ☀️ We often protect our skin more than our eyes, even though they deserve the same level of care. Don’t forget to wear high-quality sunglasses with UV protection (UV 400). 😎
The increased risk particularly affects people over the age of 45, for whom regular eye examinations are absolutely essential. 👨⚕️ Early screening can detect problems before they begin to threaten your vision or your life.
Don’t underestimate prevention. If you haven’t had an eye examination for a while, or if anything concerns you, book an appointment at Refractive Center Prague. We are here to care for your vision with both top expertise and a human approach. 💙
👉 Book your appointment here:
https://www.refrakcnicentrum.cz/en/contact/