Uveitis (inflammation of the eye)

Uveitis is an inflammation of the uvea, the middle layer of the eyeball. It includes the choroid, the ciliary body and the iris.

Uveitis can be acute or chronic (when it lasts more than three months). The persistent form is characterized by alternating periods without symptoms and relapses.

All forms of uveitis can lead to temporary or permanent loss of visual acuity or even blindness, and can result in significant eye problems such as glaucoma, cataracts, retinal damage, corneal damage, and high intraocular pressure. ....

Treatment will depend on the type of uveitis and the severity of the inflammation. In cases where the uveitis is considered to be the result of an infection, antibiotics or antiviral medications will be added to the treatment. Most previous uveitis is treated with corticosteroid eye drops, which are given quite frequently to begin with and will be reduced gradually.