There are many different types of cancer. Retinoblastoma is the cancer that affects the eye, mainly the retina. The retina is the thin nerve tissue that is found behind the eye and sends images to your brain using light. Retinoblastoma can affect both eyes. This cancer is commonly found in babies and toddlers. Symptoms of retinoblastoma include white pupils, inflamed or swollen eyes, and enlarged pupils. Retinoblastoma causes blurry vision or blindness and will lead to removal of the eye or eyes in order to prevent potential spreading of cancer, as the tumors within the eye would infect neighboring cells.
