Uveitis

Uveitis is an inflammation of the uvea, the intermediate part of the eye that includes the choroid, ciliary body and iris. This inflammation can be acute or chronic (when it lasts more than three months), and its persistent form is characterized by alternating symptom-free periods and relapses.

Symptoms: All forms of uveitis can lead to a temporary or permanent reduction in visual acuity, or even blindness, and cause serious ocular complications such as glaucoma, cataracts, retinal damage, corneal damage, high intraocular pressure....
This disease, which can progress slowly, manifests itself through blurred vision, reduced visual acuity, pain and excessive sensitivity to light, tearing, redness of the eye, and the appearance of spots or opacities in the visual field.

Diagnosis : regular check-ups, especially for those at risk, are essential to identify the cause of uveitis.

Treatment depends on the type of uveitis and the severity of the inflammation. If the uveitis is caused by an infection, antibiotics or antiviral drugs will be added to the treatment. Most previous cases of uveitis are treated with corticosteroid eye drops. These are usually administered frequently at first, then gradually reduced.

Our team of specialists is trained to establish a precise diagnosis in order to propose the most appropriate treatment: make an appointment with one of our specialists.