Eye Surgeon, Eye Specialist
MBBS, MCPS, FCPS, MRCS (UK), FRCS (UK)
Eye Surgeon, Eye Specialist
MBBS, FCPS (Ophthalmology), DOMS (Ophthalmic Medicine & Surgery), Fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus
Uveitis is a form of eye inflammation. It affects the middle tissue layer in the wall of the eye. Uveitis warning sign often appears suddenly and worsen quickly. These include redness of the eyes, pain and blurred vision. The condition may affect one or both eyes. Above all, people between the ages of 20 and 50, but also children, are affected.
Possible causes of uveitis are infections, injuries, autoimmune diseases or inflammatory diseases. Often a cause can not be identified. Due to the uveitis individual can lose the permanent vision. Early detection and treatment are important to avoid uveitis complications. Uveitis is an eye inflammation disorder which affects the middle layer in the eye. It is diagnosed by following signs;
Uveitis can be dangerous as it may lead to permanent vision loss. Early diagnosis and treatment can prevent from this loss. Treatment may include antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs.
Eye redness
Eye pain
Blurred vision
Sensitivity to light
Floating spots in your field of vision
Early detection of Uveitis is important to prevent the risk of vision loss. Uveitis can be prevented by seeking proper treatment for an autoimmune infection. Uveitis in some people is difficult to prevent since the cause isn’t known.