The condition, also known as an 'eye stroke', occurs when the vessels supplying blood to the optic nerve become blocked, depriving it of oxygen which results in damage to all or part of the nerve.

Two unusual signs in your eyes could signal a potentially dangerous ... But if left untreated, it can lead to heart attack and stroke. It's often a hidden risk factor which means it can happen ...

WEIGHT loss jabs could raise the risk of a "potentially blinding condition" known as an "eye stroke", researchers have warned. A study of 37 million adults taking a variety of weight loss ...