Introduction -- A practical approach to the eye and visual problems -- Disturbance of vision -- Pain and discomfort -- Abnormal eye appearances -- Problems with focus, spectacles and contact lenses -- Five common eye disorders -- The eye in systemic disorders -- Screening asymptomatic patients -- Trauma -- Eye surgery -- Management of visual handicap -- Appendix 1. Formulary for eye care in general practice -- Appendix 2. List of suppliers and charities -- Appendix 2. Patient information sheet: applying a pad -- Appendix 4. Patient information sheet: blepharitis -- Glossary -- Index