Uveitis
Alternative names:
anterior uveitis; choroiditis; choroidoretinitis; granulomatous uveitis; iritis; nongranulomatous uveitis; posterior uveitis; retinitis
Treatment:
ANTERIOR UVEITIS
Warm compresses for 10 minutes 3 to 4 times a day will provide symptomatic relief. Analgesics may be prescribed, and dark glasses will provide relief from light sensitivity. Eye drops to dilate the eye help relieve the pain by preventing motion of the inflamed iris. Corticosteroid drops or ointment will help reduce the swelling.
POSTERIOR UVEITIS
The objective of treatment is to determine the underlying cause of the inflammation. Treatment is consistent with treatment for the systemic diseases of toxoplasmosis, tuberculosis, sarcoidosis, and so forth. Corticosteroids may be given if the response to antimicrobial therapy is not favorable.
Expectations (prognosis):
In anterior uveitis, most attacks last from a few days to weeks with treatment, but relapses are common. In posterior uveitis, the inflammation may last from months to years and may cause permanent vision damage, even with treatment.
Complications:
Calling your health care provider:
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if uveitis symptoms are present (if eye pain or reduced vision are present, this condition is more urgent that if symptoms are very mild).
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