Eye melanoma often has no symptoms, but if they happen, they may include:
- blurred or poor vision in one eye
- loss of peripheral vision – the outer edges of what you see
- dark patches on the white of the eye
- a dark spot on the iris
- floaters – dots or squiggles in your vision
- seeing flashing lights
- seeing shadows
- change in pupil shape.
These symptoms can also happen with other eye problems, but see a doctor if you notice changes.
Symptoms of conjunctival melanoma include a new or growing brown or dark patch on the white of the eye, or a raised skin-coloured bump on the eyeball.
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