Uveitis

Uveitis is an inflammatory disease of the eye that can affect any part of the eye. The condition often occurs along with other rheumatic diseases, but what causes uveitis is often unknown. The swelling can destroy eye tissues.

Symptoms include:

• Decreased vision
• Blurry vision
• Pain
• Light sensitivity
• Increased floaters

In severe cases, blindness can occur. Treatments are used to control symptoms, prevent tissue damage and restore vision loss.

Treatments include:

• Anti inflammatory eye
• Immunosuppressive oral medicines