Uveitis

The uvea consists of the iris(colored part of eye surrounding the pupil), the iris muscles and the choroid a layer of tissue behind the iris and between the retina.

The inflammation of the uvea causes a painful red eye,increased light sensitivity, floaters and blurred vision.

There are two principal types:

The anterior version, which is more commonly known as Iritis which affects the iris and ciliary body.

And a posterior version which affects the choroid.This version may not be so painful, but can cause serious eye problems if left untreated.



Uveal inflammation can be caused by a number of diseases(such as arthritis/sarcoid and other auto-immune diseases), through infections or as a complication of eye trauma/injury and effect all age groups.

Tretament of the condition involves the use of steroidal eye drops or injections and also alleviating any underlying infection/disease which may have been responsible.

In all occurences of a red eye or blurred vision it is recommended to consult a medical eye practitioner for further advice and a thorough eye examination.

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