| Uveitis
is a general medical term for inflammation affecting the middle layer of the eye
which is called the "uvea". The uvea consists of 3 distinct
structures: iris, ciliary body, and the choroid. The iris is the colored ring
around the pupil of the eye; the choroid is a thin layer of blood vessels
covering both the back and sides of the eye; and the ciliary body is a ring
shaped structure between the iris and choroid that joins the iris with the
retina, the inner layer of the eye. The ciliary body has two main functions: its
muscles serve to focus the lens, and it also produces the aqueous humor, a
nourishing liquid that bathes the front of the eye. Uveitis may affect any or
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The primary symptom
of uveitis affecting the choroid, known as posterior uveitis, is a vague feeling
of hazy or fading vision. Some people see black spots that seem to float before
their eyes. Iritis, also known as anterior uveitis, is a type of uveitis that
affects the iris, although the term is sometimes used for inflammation that
includes the ciliary body as well. Iritis can cause redness, pain, blurred
vision, an intolerance to light, and, sometimes, headaches.
Uveitis is often linked to an autoimmune disorder such as rheumatoid
arthritis, but it can also be the result of infection. More often than not,
there is no obvious cause. Uveitis can be a precursor of other eye problems,
including glaucoma and detached retina. If you
suspect you may have uveitis, then you may wish to consult an ophthalmologist
for a complete eye examination.
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| Uveitis is estimated to be responsible for approximately 10% or
more of the blindness in the United States. Uveitis requires immediate and
thorough examination by an optometrist or ophthalmologist along with urgent
treatment to control the inflammation.
Uveitis can be anatomically classified into anterior, intermediate, posterior
and panuveitic forms, depending on which part of the eye is mainly affected by
inflammation with the types listed below:
Anterior uveitis - or iridocyclitis is the inflammation of the
iris and anterior chamber. Anywhere from two-thirds to 90% of uveitis cases are
anterior in location. This condition can occur as a single episode and subside
with proper treatment or may take on a recurrent or chronic nature. Symptoms
include red eye, injected conjunctiva, pain and decreased vision. Signs include
dilated ciliary vessels, presence of cells and flare in the anterior chamber,
and keratic precipitates (KP) on the posterior surface of the cornea.
Intermediate uveitis - pars planitis consists of vitritis -
inflammatory cells in the vitreous cavity, sometimes with snowbanking, or
deposition of inflammatory material on the pars plana.
Posterior uveitis - chorioretinitis is the inflammation of the
retina and choroid.
Pan-uveitis is the inflammation of all the layers of the uvea. |
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