What is uveitis?
Inflammation of the eye affecting the pigmented portion of your eye (iris, ciliary body, choroid) and sometimes adjacent tissues (vitreous, retina, optic nerve) or the white skin of the eyeball (sclera). Types include anterior, intermediate, posterior, and panuveitis.
Symptoms may include redness, pain, light sensitivity, floaters, and blurred vision; some cases are painless yet serious.
Long‑term care
Close follow‑up is essential; many patients maintain excellent vision with timely treatment and prevention of relapse.
Evaluation
Detailed eye exam plus targeted labs/imaging to look for autoimmune, infectious, or idiopathic causes; we also screen for complications (e.g., macular edema, glaucoma).
Treatment principles
- Rapid control of inflammation to prevent damage.
- Corticosteroids matched to disease location/severity (drops, periocular/intravitreal injections, oral, or IV) for short‑term control.
- Cycloplegic drops (dilating) to relieve pain and prevent iris–lens adhesions.
- Steroid‑sparing therapy for recurrent, bilateral, or severe non‑infectious uveitis: immunomodulatory agents and biologics, coordinated with your medical team to minimize steroid side effects.
- Treat infections directly (antivirals/antibiotics/antimicrobials) when identified.
- Procedures when needed: cataract surgery (once quiet), vitrectomy for diagnostic sampling, clearing debris, or addressing complications; long‑acting intraocular steroid implants may be considered in select, chronic cases.
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FAQs
Anyone can develop uveitis, but it’s more common in people with autoimmune disorders or a history of infections. It can also occur in healthy individuals without obvious risk factors.
Your eye doctor will perform a comprehensive eye exam and may order additional tests (blood work, imaging, or referrals to other specialists) to find the underlying cause.
Yes. Uveitis often recurs, which is why regular follow-up appointments with your eye doctor are crucial. Early treatment of flare-ups helps prevent long-term vision damage.
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