Video Short: Cancer drugs that save lives - but can inflame the eye

Cancer drugs can save lives - but sometimes the eye gets caught in the crossfire.In this short video, I discuss how modern cancer treatments, particularly immune checkpoint inhibitors and other immuno-oncology therapies, can activate the immune system to fight cancer, but occasionally trigger inflammation in the eye.As a uveitis specialist, I’m seeing this become increasingly relevant. Eye problems can range from dry eye and red eye to uveitis, scleritis, retinal inflammation, optic nerve involvement and neuro-ophthalmic symptoms.Symptoms to watch for include: red eye, pain, light sensitivity, blurred vision, floaters, double vision or sudden visual change.The key message is awareness, not fear.Please do not stop cancer treatment yourself. If you develop new visual symptoms during cancer treatment, speak to your oncology team and seek ophthalmology advice. Early recognition can save sight.This video is for education and awareness only and is not a substitute for individual medical advice.