Eye Conditions Associated with Blindness and Low Vision

Many eye conditions can affect vision and may lead to low vision or blindness. Some develop slowly over time, while others appear suddenly or progress more quickly. Common causes of vision loss in adults include cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy, but many other conditions can also impact how the eye functions and how the brain processes visual information.

Below is an alphabetical list of eye conditions associated with vision loss. Each entry provides a brief overview and links to additional information to help you learn more about the condition and how it may affect vision.

But first, interested in finding out more how people with different conditions see? Below are two helpful simulation sources.